Courses

Biology

SUBJECT INFORMATION

The Year 12 AS level in Biology places a great emphasis on knowledge and understanding of key biological terms: breathing, cells, circulation, classification, differentiation, digestion, disease, diversity, enzymes, exchange, genetic code, immunity, molecules, pathogens, reproduction, risk factors, transport systems, variation.

The Year 13 A2 modules lead to a full A level in Biology and the emphasis is on application and analysis of the key concepts learnt on the AS course plus concepts of: co-ordination, ecosystems, energy transfer, gene cloning techniques, gene expression, homeostasis, inheritance, mutations, nutrient cycles, photosynthesis, populations, respiration, selection, speciation.

YEAR 12
 YEAR 13
Units
01: Biology and Disease
03: Investigative and Practical Skills in AS Biology

Units
04: Populations and Environment
05: Control in Cells and in Organisms
06: Investigative and Practical Skills in A2 Biology

Assessment
01: Exam (Jan) 17%
02: Exam (June) 23%
03: Practical Skills Assessment
(PSA) and Investigative Skills
Assignment (ISA) (10%)

Assessment
04: Exam (Jan) 17%
05: Exam (June) 23%
06: Practical Skills Assessment
(PSA) and Investigative Skills
Assignment (ISA) (10%)

'It is not the strongest of the species that survives, nor the most intelligent,
but the one most responsive to change.'
Charles Darwin, English Biologist (1809 - 1882)

 

OPPORTUNITIES

An A level in Biology is an essential qualification for those students wishing to study degree courses in Cell Biology, Biochemistry, Biology, Biomedicine, Ecology, Genetics, Microbiology, Physiology and Plant Biology. It is also a useful qualification for a variety of courses and jobs e.g. Nursing, Environmental Studies, Food Research, Medical and General Laboratory Work

FURTHER INFORMATION

Please see:
Mrs Burrough (Head of Biology)
Mr Warren
Mrs Riley
Miss Napthen
Miss Sutherland
Miss Haywood