This course is aimed at students who are interested in furthering their knowledge of all three sciences: biology, Chemistry and Physics. The course will provide an ideal base for further education in a science-related course at university, or an apprenticeship scheme. It also provides a range of opportunities to develop more advanced practical skills. How is the course taught? Three mandatory units are taught through interactive teaching methods, practical experiments and student-led activities, and one optional unit which involves research into a specialist area. What areas are covered by the course? ● Principles of Applied Biology: Cells, tissues and biological molecules, Body systems, Immune response, Genetics, and Health. ● Practical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases ● Human Biology and Health Initiatives
A minimum of 5 GCSEs at Grade 4 or above (including English, Maths and Science) is desirable.
Units are assessed through a combination of external and internal assessments. There is one written exam, an externally assessed practical project which is set by the exam board, and an internal assessment through a portfolio of coursework.
About Education Provider
| Region | North East |
| Local Authority | County Durham |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | South Church Road, Bishop Auckland, DL14 7JZ |
This course is aimed at students who are interested in furthering their knowledge of all three sciences: biology, Chemistry and Physics. The course will provide an ideal base for further education in a science-related course at university, or an apprenticeship scheme. It also provides a range of opportunities to develop more advanced practical skills. How is the course taught? Three mandatory units are taught through interactive teaching methods, practical experiments and student-led activities, and one optional unit which involves research into a specialist area. What areas are covered by the course? ● Principles of Applied Biology: Cells, tissues and biological molecules, Body systems, Immune response, Genetics, and Health. ● Practical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases ● Human Biology and Health Initiatives
A minimum of 5 GCSEs at Grade 4 or above (including English, Maths and Science) is desirable.
Units are assessed through a combination of external and internal assessments. There is one written exam, an externally assessed practical project which is set by the exam board, and an internal assessment through a portfolio of coursework.