Biology

Assessment

Paper 1 Topics 1–4 including practical techniques (Year 1 Topics) 35% Paper 2 Topics 5–8 including practical techniques (Year2 Topic) 35% Paper 3 Topics 1–8 30% Practical assessment (pass/fail) – teacher assessed. A pass is essential for most science-based degree courses, but this does not directly contribute to the overall A Level grade. Students are assessed on both specific practical techniques and general scientific skills.