Biology A-Level

The course modules comprise eight key modules: biological molecules, cells, organisms exchange substances with their environment, genetics, energy transfers in and between organisms, organisms respond to changes in their internal and external environments, genetics, populations, evolution and ecosystems, control of gene expression. Required practical’s will be conducted and reported on throughout the two years, resulting in a pass or fail at the end of the course.

Units

  • Paper 1: Written exam: 2 hours 35% of A level

  • Paper 2: Written exam: 2 hours 35% of A level

  • Paper 3: Written exam: 2 hours 30% of A level

Entry Requirements

A minimum of five GCSEs at grades 4-9, including a minimum of grade 5 in English and maths and at least a grade 6 or above at GCSE in biology for triple science students or grade 6/6 for combined science students.

Exam Board

AQA - Click here to visit the course page on the AQA website.

Contact

Miss S Buckland - Science i/c Biology

Miss Buckland explains why you should consider studying Biology in Sixth Form.

Transition to KS5

All Year 11 students will be automatically added to our ‘Transition to KS5’ team once their GCSEs are completed. Students can check out the transition materials for as many of our subjects as they like.