Biology
Carterton Community College - Oxfordshire
01993841611
Upavon Way, Carterton, OX18 1BU
Course summary

Our A Level Biology course builds on concepts and skills developed at GCSE and delivers an exciting, relevant and challenging combination of topics and skills that emphasize the way in which scientists work and contribute to modern society. A level Biology is a key subject to a huge array of careers. It is essential for medicine, veterinary science, agriculture, fishery management, equine science and a host of other subjects. Students can choose to study A Level Biology as a complementary subject to any of the other sciences or mathematics. Alternatively it can sit as the only science alongside more artistic subjects. Although it is a significant challenge, Biology offers in depth understanding of real issues affecting humans on this planet. Section 1: Biological Molecules Section 2: Cells Section 3: Organisms exchange substances with their environment Section 4: Genetic information, variation and relationships between organisms Section 5: Energy Transfer in and between organisms Section 6: Organisms respond to changes in their environment Section 7: Genetics, populations, evolution, and ecosystems Section 8: The control of gene expression Section 9: Skills in A’ Level Biology

Entry requirements

Grade 6 in GCSE Biology or Combined Science and Grade 4 in English and Maths.

How you'll be assessed

A level Biology is assessed at the end of Year 13 by examination consisting of three papers. You will also carry out assessed practical activities throughout your course that enhance the A ’level with a practical endorsement.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionSouth East
Local AuthorityOxfordshire
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressUpavon Way, Carterton, OX18 1BU