Biology
Sandwell Academy - Sandwell
01215251700
Halfords Lane, West Bromwich, B71 4LG
Course summary

The opportunities for students of Science, on completion of full-time education, are enormous. There are many possible careers within the scientific world and qualifications in Science subjects are acceptable as an entry into many other careers. The Science courses offered at Sandwell Academy are designed to provide academic and vocational experiences. They will prepare students for their choice of career in both the world of work and Higher Education. 1. Development of Practical Skills in Biology (Practical Endorsement) 2. Foundations in Biology (Written examination) 3. Exchange and Transport (Written examination) 4. Biodiversity, Evolution and Disease (Written examination) Year 2 5. Communications, Homeostasis and Energy (Written examination) 6. Genetics, Evolution and Ecosystems (Written examination)

Entry requirements

Grade 6,6 overall for GCSE Combined Science (Trilogy) or a Grade 6 for GCSE Biology (Separate Science). Grade 5 in GCSE Mathematics

How you'll be assessed

Students will take 3 examinations at A level, 2 exams weighing 37% and 1 exam weighing 26% of the final A level qualification.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionWest Midlands
Local AuthoritySandwell
Ofsted RatingOutstanding
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressHalfords Lane, West Bromwich, B71 4LG