Biology is taken up by students who have an intrinsic interest in the subject as well as those students who have career aspirations in medicine, veterinary science and other paramedical careers. It is also popular with those candidates who opt to take Geography in the sixth form as both subjects form a sound basis for careers in environmental science. In addition to extending the student’s knowledge and understanding, the course aims to encourage creativity and to develop initiative. Students will need to demonstrate enthusiasm and commitment as well as independence and responsibility for their own learning.
1. An average GCSE/IGCSE points score of at least 6.625 across the best eight subjects. 2. Reformed grade 6 or higher must be achieved in GCSE Mathematics and English (regardless of whether or not these subjects are being followed to A Level). The English GCSE may be either English Language or English Literature. 3. A suitably high GCSE grade, usually reformed grade 7 or A or better, in each chosen subject of study. An 8 or higher is required to study A Level Mathematics; a 9 is required to study Further Maths. 4. Reformed grade 4 or higher must be achieved at GCSE in a modern foreign language (or Latin).
There will be internal assessment in Y12 in the form of written exams At A level in Y13 there are three written papers taking a total of 6 hours (2 x 2 hours 15 minutes and x 1 hour 30 minutes). The style of the papers is varied including multiple choice, short answer and extended answer questions. There will be some questions linked to practical skills. - Practical skills will be internally assessed and students will be expected to keep a practical log book as a record of their practical activities.
About Education Provider
| Region | East of England |
| Local Authority | Essex |
| Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Broomfield Road, Chelmsford, CM1 3SX |
Biology is taken up by students who have an intrinsic interest in the subject as well as those students who have career aspirations in medicine, veterinary science and other paramedical careers. It is also popular with those candidates who opt to take Geography in the sixth form as both subjects form a sound basis for careers in environmental science. In addition to extending the student’s knowledge and understanding, the course aims to encourage creativity and to develop initiative. Students will need to demonstrate enthusiasm and commitment as well as independence and responsibility for their own learning.
1. An average GCSE/IGCSE points score of at least 6.625 across the best eight subjects. 2. Reformed grade 6 or higher must be achieved in GCSE Mathematics and English (regardless of whether or not these subjects are being followed to A Level). The English GCSE may be either English Language or English Literature. 3. A suitably high GCSE grade, usually reformed grade 7 or A or better, in each chosen subject of study. An 8 or higher is required to study A Level Mathematics; a 9 is required to study Further Maths. 4. Reformed grade 4 or higher must be achieved at GCSE in a modern foreign language (or Latin).
There will be internal assessment in Y12 in the form of written exams At A level in Y13 there are three written papers taking a total of 6 hours (2 x 2 hours 15 minutes and x 1 hour 30 minutes). The style of the papers is varied including multiple choice, short answer and extended answer questions. There will be some questions linked to practical skills. - Practical skills will be internally assessed and students will be expected to keep a practical log book as a record of their practical activities.