Biology

Assessment

In year 12, two papers, 1½ hours each, assess any content from modules 1 to 4. In year 13, there are three papers: ➢ Paper 1 assesses content from modules 1, 2, 3 and 5 (2¼ hours). ➢ Paper 2 assesses content from modules 1, 2, 4 and 6 (2¼ hours). ➢ Paper 3 assesses content from all 6 modules (1½ hours). For year 13 at least 15% of the written papers will assess knowledge and understanding of practical skills and 10% will assess mathematical skills. Practical endorsement (Year 13 only) Students will complete a minimum of 12 practical activities to demonstrate practical competence. This will be endorsed as pass or fail but will not contribute marks towards the A level. Practical requirements impose strict limits on class sizes and places may not be available to late applicants.