Biology
Cheshire College - South & West - Cheshire East
01270654654
Dane Bank Avenue, Crewe, CW2 8AB
Course summary

Biology is a rapidly developing science at the forefront of many important developments in society. It is a fascinating subject, studying topics such as advances in cloning, gene technology, drug testing, and forensics. Biology looks at the study of life and living organisms. It is a branch of natural science and involves many other disciplines such as chemistry, physics, mathematics, geography, and psychology. Qualified biologists have an important role in social, environmental, economic, and technological contexts. The A Level consists of 8 topics: • Lifestyle • Health and Risk • Genes and Health • Voice of the Genome • Biodiversity and Natural Resources • On the Wild Side • Immunity, Infection, and Forensics • Run for your Life and Grey Matter Biology is a rapidly developing science at the forefront of many important developments in society. It is a fascinating subject, studying all traditional advances in cloning, gene technology, drug testing, and forensics. You’ll also find Highly qualified and committed teachers; our high grades are amongst the best in the country. We also have excellent retention and progression rates. What else can you do on this course? Field trips include a visit to Anglesey to study seashore life; a trip to Keele University Life Science labs and the opportunity to carry out plenty of other practical work.

Entry requirements

Typically you will need 5 GCSEs, including two at grade 5/B (or above) and three at grade 4/C (or above) including maths and English. Grade 5/B in GCSE Biology or 55/BB in Core and Additional Science, plus grade 5/B in maths.

How you'll be assessed

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionNorth West
Local AuthorityCheshire East
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressDane Bank Avenue, Crewe, CW2 8AB