Biology

Assessment

To achieve an A Level in Biology: Three exams at the end of Year 13, each lasting two hours and worth one-third of the grade. Paper 1 consists of content from topics 1—4 including relevant practical skills. Paper 2 consists of content from modules 5—8 including relevant practical skills. Paper 3 is a synoptic paper including content from any of the 8 topics. To achieve the Science Practical Endorsement: Complete 12 required practicals and demonstrate a set of practical skills with competency