Biology is a comprehensive study about life and all its forms. The importance of biology in everyday life is unquestionable as it allows us to know our body better and to understand the value of the earth’s resources and potential threats in the environment. Genetics, immunology, physiology, zoology and ecology are but different branches of biology. Be it a smallest cell or large ecosystem, biology covers it all. Biology explores issues such as genetic engineering, stem cell research applications and global warming. The scope of biology is unlimited, and this is a subject that has the element of wonder.
A minimum of five GCSEs or equivalent at grades 9–5, which would include English (Language or Literature), and must include Mathematics at grade 6 or above and either Combined Science Trilogy at grade 6/6 or Biology grade 6 or above (if studying separate sciences). Students will also be required to take Biology with at least one subject that will help develop scientific thinking (Chemistry, Physics, Psychology or Mathematics), or with a subject that has a biological component (Geography or Physical Education).
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%
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| Region | East of England |
| Local Authority | Hertfordshire |
| Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Sun Lane, Harpenden, AL5 4TD |
Biology is a comprehensive study about life and all its forms. The importance of biology in everyday life is unquestionable as it allows us to know our body better and to understand the value of the earth’s resources and potential threats in the environment. Genetics, immunology, physiology, zoology and ecology are but different branches of biology. Be it a smallest cell or large ecosystem, biology covers it all. Biology explores issues such as genetic engineering, stem cell research applications and global warming. The scope of biology is unlimited, and this is a subject that has the element of wonder.
A minimum of five GCSEs or equivalent at grades 9–5, which would include English (Language or Literature), and must include Mathematics at grade 6 or above and either Combined Science Trilogy at grade 6/6 or Biology grade 6 or above (if studying separate sciences). Students will also be required to take Biology with at least one subject that will help develop scientific thinking (Chemistry, Physics, Psychology or Mathematics), or with a subject that has a biological component (Geography or Physical Education).
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%