Biology
Ash Green School - Warwickshire
02476366772
Ash Green Lane, Ash Green, Coventry, CV7 9AH
Course summary

Biology is one of the most fascinating subjects in that you get to explore life itself; discovering the inner workings of the human body and the building blocks that make it to explaining the appearance of the mesmerizing array of different animals on earth. These are just a few of the many interesting subjects that a Biology A Level qualification will help develop an understanding of. This qualification will work to increase the interest of learners into biology and increase their questioning and independent research skills necessary for further progression to university or employment. If you are well motivated are interested in Biology and enjoy a challenge, then this is the course for you. You must be able to work independently at home to review and learn the material that has been covered in class. It is a significant step up from GCSE Biology.

Entry requirements

Minimum GCSE Grade & Subject (s) if you have studied the subject in Year 11 - Grade 66 in Double Award Science AND Grade 6 in GCSE Maths Or Grades 665 in Separate Sciences with a 6 in Biology AND Grade 6 in GCSE Maths

How you'll be assessed

For A-level Biology, student sit the following exams: Biological processes - 100 marks, 2h15min. This assesses content from modules 1, 2, 3 and 5. Biological diversity – 100 marks, 2h15min. This assesses content from modules 1, 2, 3 and 6. Unified biology – 70 marks, 1h30min. This assesses content from all modules (1 to 6). In addition, there is a Practical endorsement in Biology – non-exam assessment which is reported separately.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionWest Midlands
Local AuthorityWarwickshire
Ofsted RatingSerious Weaknesses
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressAsh Green Lane, Ash Green, Coventry, CV7 9AH