Biology
The Stourport High School and Sixth Form College - Worcestershire
01299872950
Minster Road, Stourport-on-Severn, DY13 8AX
Course summary

The assessment of practical skills is a compulsory requirement of the course of study for A-level qualifications in biology. It will appear on all students’ certificates as a separately reported result, alongside the overall grade for the qualification. Students also receive a Pass or Fail by demonstrating competencies in a minimum of 12 practical activities. A Level of Biology is usually studied with other science-based subjects and can lead to the following degree courses: Biomedical Sciences, Biochemistry, Dentistry, Dietetics, Earth Sciences, Environmental Science, Forensic Science, Geology, Medical Science, Medicine, Nursing, Pharmacy, Physiotherapy, Sports Science, and Veterinary Science.

Entry requirements

5 GCSEs including English and maths. 6-6 and above in GCSE Combined Science, Grade 5 and above in GCSE maths

How you'll be assessed

The assessment of practical skills is a compulsory requirement of the course of study for A-level qualifications in biology. It will appear on all students’ certificates as a separately reported result, alongside the overall grade for the qualification. Students also receive a Pass or Fail by demonstrating competencies in a minimum of 12 practical activities.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionWest Midlands
Local AuthorityWorcestershire
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressMinster Road, Stourport-on-Severn, DY13 8AX