Biology

Course summary

Since Science and Technology are fast becoming an integral part of our lives, the choice of Biology at A Level is a forward-thinking decision. Cloning, Biotechnology, DNA Finger Printing, Gene Therapy and IVF seem to be in the headlines every day. If you want to find out more about these contemporary topics and learn about human physiology and the relationships between living organisms and their environment then you will enjoy A Level Biology. You will investigate the following topics: Biological molecules; Cells; Organisms exchange substances with their environment, Genetic information, variation and relationships between organisms; Energy transfers in and between organisms; Organisms respond to changes in their internal and external environments; Genetic populations, evolution and ecosystems; The control of gene expressions. You will be taught A Level Biology through both theory and practical lessons. This will be further supported by the use of ICT and your own background reading (using a multitude of resources available within the College as well as your own researched materials) to extend and enrich your Biological knowledge and understanding. You will develop your skills in areas such as communication, both written and oral, collaboration, self-organisation and observation as well as planning and designing investigations. You will build your confidence through group work and you will develop your analytical techniques through statistical calculations. Your evaluation techniques should develop through the scrutinising of data, whilst you will also refine your research skills, technical proficiency, initiative and independence.