Biology is the study of life and living organisms. The course emphasises the way in which biologists work and the contributions of biology to society. A Level biology covers a broad range of topics chosen to allow progression to a wider range of biological courses at higher education: biochemistry and molecular biology; animal and plant physiology; genetics or microbiology. The course provides lots of opportunity for practical work and establishes contexts for How Science Works. Classes take place in spacious, well equipped laboratories, and involve practical sessions, field work and visits to places of scientific interest. Biology staff provide regular drop in support sessions throughout the year and ICT is used to support teaching.
- In addition to the general entry requirements, you will need at least a Grade 6 in Biology or in both grades of Combined Science, plus a grade 6 in Maths. General Entry Requirements - 5 GCSE passes at Grades 9-5 - At least Grade 4 in Mathematics - At least Grade 5 in English Language and English Literature
Paper 1 (Any content topics 1 to 4 and relevant practical skills). Written Exam: 2 hours (91 marks made up of 76 short and long answer questions and 15 extended response questions) Paper 2 (Any content topics 5 to 8 and relevant practical skills). Written Exam: 2 hours (91 marks made up of 76 short and long answer questions and 15 comprehension questions) Paper 3 (All content and practical skills) Written Exam: 2 hours (90 marks made up of 38 structured questions, including practical techniques, 15 marks from critical analysis of given experimental data and 25 marks essay from a choice of two titles).
About Education Provider
| Region | South East |
| Local Authority | Slough |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Girls |
| Address | Gloucester Avenue, Slough, SL1 3AH |
Biology is the study of life and living organisms. The course emphasises the way in which biologists work and the contributions of biology to society. A Level biology covers a broad range of topics chosen to allow progression to a wider range of biological courses at higher education: biochemistry and molecular biology; animal and plant physiology; genetics or microbiology. The course provides lots of opportunity for practical work and establishes contexts for How Science Works. Classes take place in spacious, well equipped laboratories, and involve practical sessions, field work and visits to places of scientific interest. Biology staff provide regular drop in support sessions throughout the year and ICT is used to support teaching.
- In addition to the general entry requirements, you will need at least a Grade 6 in Biology or in both grades of Combined Science, plus a grade 6 in Maths. General Entry Requirements - 5 GCSE passes at Grades 9-5 - At least Grade 4 in Mathematics - At least Grade 5 in English Language and English Literature
Paper 1 (Any content topics 1 to 4 and relevant practical skills). Written Exam: 2 hours (91 marks made up of 76 short and long answer questions and 15 extended response questions) Paper 2 (Any content topics 5 to 8 and relevant practical skills). Written Exam: 2 hours (91 marks made up of 76 short and long answer questions and 15 comprehension questions) Paper 3 (All content and practical skills) Written Exam: 2 hours (90 marks made up of 38 structured questions, including practical techniques, 15 marks from critical analysis of given experimental data and 25 marks essay from a choice of two titles).