Biology

Course summary

You will be taught A-Level Biology through both theory and practical lessons. This will be further supported by the use of ICT and background reading to extend and enrich your biological knowledge and understanding. The following topics are included: - Cells; Enzymes; Digestion; Disease; the Heart; Lungs and Immunity. - Variation; DNA and Meiosis; Genetic Diversity; Exchange and Transport in plants and animals; Classification and Biodiversity. - Populations; Selection; ATP; Photosynthesis; Nutrient cycles and Genetic variation. - Stimuli; Coordination; Muscles; Sliding filament theory; Homeostasis; Feed-back; Gene therapy and Genetic Fingerprinting. - Investigative and practical skills. - Maths skills.