Biology
Wednesfield Academy - Wolverhampton
01902558222
Lichfield Road, Wednesfield, Wolverhampton, WV11 3ES
Course summary

A Level Biology is a challenging, rewarding course that will help you to develop skills and knowledge necessary for a successful career. It offers you the freedom, creativity and opportunity for independent progression from GCSE Science or Biology. A Level Biology builds on the concepts and skills developed in the GCSE. It will support you to progress to a Biology-related degree course. Year 12 1. Biological molecules 2. Cells 3. Organisms exchange substances with their environment 4. Genetic information, variation and relationships between organisms Year 13 5. Energy transfers in and between organisms 6. Organisms respond to changes in their internal and external environments 7. Genetics, populations, evolution and ecosystems 8. The control of gene expression

Entry requirements

• GCSE English Language or English Literature at Grade 4 or above or GCSE Mathematics at Grade 4 or above. Fives or more subjects in total at Grade 4 or above (this includes BTECs). • 6 in GCSE Biology or a 6,6 in combined science. A 6 in maths is also required

How you'll be assessed

Three examinations each lasting two hours. • Paper 1: (91 marks) - Any topics from topics 1-4, including relevant practical skills (35% of A Level). • Paper 2: (91 marks) - Any content from topics 5-8, including relevant practical skills (35% of A Level). • Paper 3: (78 marks) - (78 marks) - Any topics from 1-8, including relevant practical skills (30% of A Level).

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionWest Midlands
Local AuthorityWolverhampton
Ofsted RatingRequires improvement
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressLichfield Road, Wednesfield, Wolverhampton, WV11 3ES