An essential qualification which could lead into careers in fields such as marine biology, healthcare, forensic science, medicine, dentistry and veterinary science. Biology is identified by selective universities as one of the subjects they prefer applicants to have studied at A Level. Biology is the study of life and is clearly of interest to all. Many current issues and advances in science are Biology related, such as cloning, genetic modification, designer babies and global warming. An A Level in Biology is a clear indicator to universities of a very able student.
- At least grade 6 in GCSE Combined Science or GCSE Biology and at least grade 6 in GCSE Mathematics • Passes at grade 4 or above in English Language (not English Literature) and Mathematics • At least six GCSE passes at Grade 5 to 9 • A Grade 6 or above in the subjects the student wishes to study at Advanced level or in any prerequisite subjects
Written examination, externally assessed by the awarding body, with an internally-assessed practical unit.
About Education Provider
| Region | East Midlands |
| Local Authority | Lincolnshire |
| Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| Gender Type | Girls |
| Address | Sandon Road, Grantham, NG31 9AU |
An essential qualification which could lead into careers in fields such as marine biology, healthcare, forensic science, medicine, dentistry and veterinary science. Biology is identified by selective universities as one of the subjects they prefer applicants to have studied at A Level. Biology is the study of life and is clearly of interest to all. Many current issues and advances in science are Biology related, such as cloning, genetic modification, designer babies and global warming. An A Level in Biology is a clear indicator to universities of a very able student.
- At least grade 6 in GCSE Combined Science or GCSE Biology and at least grade 6 in GCSE Mathematics • Passes at grade 4 or above in English Language (not English Literature) and Mathematics • At least six GCSE passes at Grade 5 to 9 • A Grade 6 or above in the subjects the student wishes to study at Advanced level or in any prerequisite subjects
Written examination, externally assessed by the awarding body, with an internally-assessed practical unit.