Course information
Biology
Alleyne's Academy - Staffordshire
01785337400
Oulton Road, Stone, ST15 8DT
Course summary

Why choose Biology? • You may like studying how living bodies work. • You will need a strong aptitude in Math. • It will give you the skills to make connections with all living things around you. • You will learn to improve your communication and analytical skills. Studying Biology will give you access to a range of exciting careers: - Medicine - Nature Conservation - Research Scientist - Marine Biologist - Pharmacologist Subject Content: • Biological molecules • Cells • Organisms exchange substances with their environment • Genetic information, variation, and relationships • Energy transfers in and between organisms • Organisms respond to changes in their external environments • Genetics, populations, evolution and ecosystems • The control of gene expression

Entry requirements

Five different subjects* at Grades 9-4/D*-P, including English & Maths 9-4. Grades 6,5 GCSE Combined Science plus Grade 5 GCSE Math or Grade 6 in GCSE Biology and Grade 5 in Chemistry or Physics with Grade 5 in GCSE Math.

How you'll be assessed

Students sit examinations for full A Level qualifications in the summer period at the end of Year 13. For students in the Scholars’ Program, it may be possible to take an AS examination at the end of Year 12. `

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionWest Midlands
Local AuthorityStaffordshire
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressOulton Road, Stone, ST15 8DT