Biology
The Ripley Academy - Derbyshire
01773746334
Peasehill, Ripley, DE5 3JQ
Course summary

Year One: Module 1 Development of practical skills in Biology, Module 2 Foundations in Biology, Module 3 Exchange and transport, Module 4 Biodiversity, evolution and disease. Year Two: Module 5 Communication, homeostasis and energy, Module 6 Genetics, evolution and ecosystems, in addition to Modules 1-4.

Entry requirements

- Grade 6 in Biology or 6-6 in Combined Science - Grade 5 in Mathematics - Minimum of five grade 4s at GCSE

How you'll be assessed

The A level is assessed via three written papers in June of Y13 that cover modules 1-6, i.e. content from Y12 and Year 13. The Practical Endorsement is fundamental to the biology course, based on a portfolio of evidence of your practical scientific competence.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionEast Midlands
Local AuthorityDerbyshire
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressPeasehill, Ripley, DE5 3JQ