Biology - A Level

Assessment

Paper 1 - Biological processes • Multiple choice (5.5% of A Level). • Structured questions and extended response questions covering theory and practical skills (31.5% of A Level). Paper 2 - Biological diversity • Multiple choice (5.5% of A Level). • Structured questions and extended response questions covering theory and practical skills (31.5% of A Level). Paper 3 - Unified biology • Structured questions and extended response questions covering theory and practical skills (26% of A Level). Practical endorsement for biology This is a teacher assessed component where students will be awarded pass or fail. Candidates complete a minimum of 12 practical activities to demonstrate practical competence. Performance is reported separately to the A Level grade