A level biology covers a broad range of topics chosen to allow progression to a wider range of biological courses at higher education: biochemistry and molecular biology; animal and plant physiology; genetics or microbiology. The specification combines more traditional elements, such as the kidney, with more modern biological ideas such as epigenetics. Students also develop their practical skills through the core practical component of the course.
Grade 7 in GCSE additional science or Grade 6 in GCSE biology,plus Grade 5 n GCSE mathematics and Grade 5 in GCSE English language or literature
The course is assessed by three written examinations at the end of Year 13. There are also compulsory core practical’s which students must pass in order to qualify to sit their written examinations. Please note that this course includes a compulsory field trip, during the second year, which students are expected to fund.
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Region | London |
Local Authority | Ealing |
Ofsted Rating | Good |
Gender Type | Mixed |
Address | Greenford Avenue, Hanwell, London, W7 1JJ |
A level biology covers a broad range of topics chosen to allow progression to a wider range of biological courses at higher education: biochemistry and molecular biology; animal and plant physiology; genetics or microbiology. The specification combines more traditional elements, such as the kidney, with more modern biological ideas such as epigenetics. Students also develop their practical skills through the core practical component of the course.
Grade 7 in GCSE additional science or Grade 6 in GCSE biology,plus Grade 5 n GCSE mathematics and Grade 5 in GCSE English language or literature
The course is assessed by three written examinations at the end of Year 13. There are also compulsory core practical’s which students must pass in order to qualify to sit their written examinations. Please note that this course includes a compulsory field trip, during the second year, which students are expected to fund.