Biology
- LEVEL
- ASSESSOR
- ASSESSMENT
- ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
- AT LEAST 5 GCSES GRADED 4-9 INCLUDING
including Biology
What is BIOLOGY?
Biologists learn about how living things work, how they interact with one another, and how they evolve. Understand the fundamentals of the cell, biochemistry, ecology, physiology and genetics.
Learn how to ask the right questions, make observations, evaluate evidence and solve problems. Develop practical skills alongside knowledge of concepts and principles, and learn to apply this knowledge to scientific questions.
Why study BIOLOGY?
Biology is incredibly relevant to today, evident by how frequently new biological developments are featured in the news. Such scientific discoveries can be extraordinary, and at the same time controversial, posing social and medical dilemmas. Having an understanding of the science will help you reach reasoned decisions about such dilemmas.
The subject can lead to so many exciting career paths, from forensics to botany, zoology to anthropology. Learn about yourself and the world around you through this fascinating course.
HEAR FROM OUR STUDENTS
BiologyCourse Content
This course offers students the opportunity to study life itself, and explore the theories and principles involved in living systems.
The course is taught in eight units:
- Biological molecules
- Cells
- Organisms exchange substances with their environment
- Genetic information, variation and relationships between organisms
- Energy transfers in and between organisms
- Organisms respond to changes in their internal and external environments
- Genetics, populations, evolution and ecosystems
- The control of gene expression
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Paper 1 comprises of the following question types:
- A mixture of short and long answer questions (76 marks)
- Extended response questions (15 marks)
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Paper 2 comprises of the following question types:
- A mixture of short and long answer questions (76 marks)
- Comprehension question (15 marks)
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Paper 3 comprises of the following question types:
- Structured questions including practical techniques (38 marks)
- Critical analysis of given experimental data (15 marks)
- One essay from a choice of two titles (25 marks)
Dr M Tickner
SUBJECT LEADER FOR SCIENCES
Biology is such a fantastic course choice for so many students, and for so many prospective career pathways.
If you wish to discuss anything at all about the course, please do not hesitate to send me a message.
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