Biology

Assessment

AS Level examinations may be taken in the May of Year 12 (on Unit 1-4). There are two AS-level written examinations: 1.5 hours each. A-Level examinations will be taken in May/June at the end of the course of Year 13 (Units 1-8). There is no coursework, however, there are practical assessments. There are three A Level written examinations: 2 hours each. Paper 3 includes an essay. There are a minimum of 12 required practicals that must be completed during the 2-year A Level course. Practical ability will be teacher assessed throughout (PASS/ FAIL) and externally examined through the written papers. 15% of the marks in the written papers are based on what students learn in their practicals. Students will be given a lab book to keep a record of their evidence. Attendance is mandatory as part of the evidence for passing the practical endorsement.