Biology
Hereford Sixth Form College - Herefordshire, County of
01432355166
Folly Lane, Hereford, HR1 1LU
Course summary

Biology today is the fastest developing Science with GM Technology, Climate Change and Pandemics constantly in the headlines. The course offers a comprehensive insight into the different aspects of Biology. It follows a comparative approach showing how species have evolved to overcome the ‘trials of life’. Year One • Cell structure and organisation • Cell membranes and transport • Gas exchange and transport in plants and animals • Basic biochemistry: carbohydrates, lipids and proteins • Nucleic acids and their functions • Genetic diversity and adaptation • Biodiversity and classification Year Two • Photosynthesis and respiration • Ecology • The nervous system • Homeostasis and the endocrine system • Genetics • Evolution and speciation • Gene technology

Entry requirements

• Grade 5/5 or B/B in GCSE Combined Science or equivalent, (or in two separate sciences including Biology). • Grade 5 or B in GCSE Mathematics. • Grade 5 or B in GCSE English.

How you'll be assessed

The examinations will assess your theoretical knowledge (75%), your practical skills (15%) and your mathematical skills (10%).

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionWest Midlands
Local AuthorityHerefordshire, County of
Ofsted RatingOutstanding
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressFolly Lane, Hereford, HR1 1LU