The course is developed from 8 main themes covering: Biological Molecules, Cells, Exchange Surfaces, Genetics, Energy Transfer, Organism Response, Population Genetics and Control of Gene Expression. The content of the course is detailed and will test your analytical skills to the limit. Biology is, of course, a practical subject and you will develop your practical skills through regular practical work. Lessons will also include theoretical Biology using a variety of techniques to support and develop your theoretical understanding.
Biology GCSE at level 6 OR Combined Science at 66
This is a linear course with all exams at the end of the course. This will be in the form of 3 written papers, each lasting 2hrs. The first 2 papers cover content from years 1 and 2 respectively; the third paper can assess any content from the course and includes an essay question and critical analysis of experimental data. All papers will also examine relevant practical skills; you will work towards practical endorsement through the completion of a series of required practicals throughout the course.
About Education Provider
| Region | Yorkshire and the Humber |
| Local Authority | North Yorkshire |
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| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Middlecave Road, Malton, YO17 7NH |
The course is developed from 8 main themes covering: Biological Molecules, Cells, Exchange Surfaces, Genetics, Energy Transfer, Organism Response, Population Genetics and Control of Gene Expression. The content of the course is detailed and will test your analytical skills to the limit. Biology is, of course, a practical subject and you will develop your practical skills through regular practical work. Lessons will also include theoretical Biology using a variety of techniques to support and develop your theoretical understanding.
Biology GCSE at level 6 OR Combined Science at 66
This is a linear course with all exams at the end of the course. This will be in the form of 3 written papers, each lasting 2hrs. The first 2 papers cover content from years 1 and 2 respectively; the third paper can assess any content from the course and includes an essay question and critical analysis of experimental data. All papers will also examine relevant practical skills; you will work towards practical endorsement through the completion of a series of required practicals throughout the course.