Biology

Assessment

There are 3 written papers at the end of Year 13 carried out during the summer term. Each paper is 2 hours. Paper 1 is worth 91 marks and is 35% of the overall grade. The paper consists of 76 marks of short and long answer questions and 15 marks of extended response questions. This paper examines topics 1-4. Paper 2 is worth 91 marks and is 35% of the overall grade. The paper consists of 76 marks of short and long answer questions and 15 marks of comprehension questions. This paper examines topics 5-8. Paper 3 is worth 78 marks and is 30% of the overall grade. The paper consisting of 38 marks of structured questions, including practical techniques, 15 marks of critical analysis, and a 25-mark essay question.