Biology
Dormers Wells High School - Ealing
02085666446
Dormers Wells Lane, Southall, UB1 3HZ
Course summary

Biologists study the living world. Students have the opportunity to learn about and understand key contemporary issues and topics such as DNA fingerprinting, genetic engineering and some of the latest advances in medicine and biotechnology. Biology is a popular but challenging subject. Students are required to be dedicated and well organised. Wide reading around the subject area will provide a solid base to build upon.

Entry requirements

A grade 6 in GCSE Biology or GCSE Additional Science and a grade 5 in GCSE English and Maths. Three further 9-4 GCSE passes are also required.

How you'll be assessed

Paper 1: The natural environment and species survival 33.3% Paper 2: Energy, exercise and co-ordination 33.3% Paper 3: General and practical applications in biology 33.3% This will draw on understanding from all topics, including questions with a strong practical focus and some based on pre-release material.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionLondon
Local AuthorityEaling
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressDormers Wells Lane, Southall, UB1 3HZ