Biology is a science at the forefront of some of the most exciting and sensitive issues in the news today. Are you intrigued when you hear about the medical developments in genetic engineering? Do you want to know why cells divide and what are the causes of cancer? Or are you concerned with the threat of global extinction and the devastation caused by global warming? Studying A-Level Biology will enable you to learn more about these issues of interest. Achieving A-Level Biology can lead to various careers or degree courses. You can go on to study: Biochemistry, Biomedical Sciences, Biology, Medicine, Microbiology, Pharmacy, Psychology, Veterinary Science, and Zoology amongst other rewarding subjects at university. Biology is also an excellent A Level for entry to non-science careers or degree courses.
At least 5 subjects at grade 4-9/L2P-D* including: Grade 6 in Biology or 6/6 in Combined Science Grade 5 in English Grade 6 in Maths
The teaching of practical skills is integrated with the theoretical topics. You will be externally assessed through written papers set by OCR. Your teacher will also assess you for the Practical Endorsement, for which you will carry out a minimum of 12 tasks during the course.
About Education Provider
| Region | East Midlands |
| Local Authority | North Northamptonshire |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Gainsborough Road, Corby, NN18 9NS |
Biology is a science at the forefront of some of the most exciting and sensitive issues in the news today. Are you intrigued when you hear about the medical developments in genetic engineering? Do you want to know why cells divide and what are the causes of cancer? Or are you concerned with the threat of global extinction and the devastation caused by global warming? Studying A-Level Biology will enable you to learn more about these issues of interest. Achieving A-Level Biology can lead to various careers or degree courses. You can go on to study: Biochemistry, Biomedical Sciences, Biology, Medicine, Microbiology, Pharmacy, Psychology, Veterinary Science, and Zoology amongst other rewarding subjects at university. Biology is also an excellent A Level for entry to non-science careers or degree courses.
At least 5 subjects at grade 4-9/L2P-D* including: Grade 6 in Biology or 6/6 in Combined Science Grade 5 in English Grade 6 in Maths
The teaching of practical skills is integrated with the theoretical topics. You will be externally assessed through written papers set by OCR. Your teacher will also assess you for the Practical Endorsement, for which you will carry out a minimum of 12 tasks during the course.