Course Content: The study of life itself, A level Biology explores the theories and principles involved in living systems, in all their intricate beauty. Topics you will learn about include: lifestyle, transport, genes and health, development, plants and the environment, the natural environment and species survival, energy, exercise and coordination, as well as practical biology and research skills. By the end of the course you will know about the principles of genetics, molecules, taxonomy, natural selection, evolutionary theory, global warming, bacteria and viruses, and more. You will gain an understanding of how society makes decisions about scientific issues, as well some of the ways in which the scientific community contributes to the success of the economy and society.
Grade 6 in two science GCSE’s. A 6 in Maths and a 5 in English are recommended. *Thinking of studying more than one A Level Science subject or taking A Level Science with A Level Mathematics? We would strongly recommend that students wishing to study more than one A Level Science subject or an A Level Science and A Level Mathematics subject have grades 7 or above in their GCSE Science subjects and GCSE Mathematics.
The first two papers (multiple choice, structured questions, extended response questions) each cover roughly half of the course content and account for 70% of the final mark. Paper 3 includes synoptic questions which might relate to any part of the specification, and contains only structured questions, critical analysis of given data, and an essay response. It accounts for 30% of the final mark. Practical skills are assessed by your teacher during a minimum of 12 lab and field experiments, the results of which are sent to the exam board for moderation. Your practical skills result is reported alongside (but does not contribute to) your A level grade.
About Education Provider
| Region | South East |
| Local Authority | Bracknell Forest |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | St. Georges Park, Binfield, Bracknell, RG42 4FS |
Course Content: The study of life itself, A level Biology explores the theories and principles involved in living systems, in all their intricate beauty. Topics you will learn about include: lifestyle, transport, genes and health, development, plants and the environment, the natural environment and species survival, energy, exercise and coordination, as well as practical biology and research skills. By the end of the course you will know about the principles of genetics, molecules, taxonomy, natural selection, evolutionary theory, global warming, bacteria and viruses, and more. You will gain an understanding of how society makes decisions about scientific issues, as well some of the ways in which the scientific community contributes to the success of the economy and society.
Grade 6 in two science GCSE’s. A 6 in Maths and a 5 in English are recommended. *Thinking of studying more than one A Level Science subject or taking A Level Science with A Level Mathematics? We would strongly recommend that students wishing to study more than one A Level Science subject or an A Level Science and A Level Mathematics subject have grades 7 or above in their GCSE Science subjects and GCSE Mathematics.
The first two papers (multiple choice, structured questions, extended response questions) each cover roughly half of the course content and account for 70% of the final mark. Paper 3 includes synoptic questions which might relate to any part of the specification, and contains only structured questions, critical analysis of given data, and an essay response. It accounts for 30% of the final mark. Practical skills are assessed by your teacher during a minimum of 12 lab and field experiments, the results of which are sent to the exam board for moderation. Your practical skills result is reported alongside (but does not contribute to) your A level grade.