Biology

Assessment

Content is split into six teaching modules: • Module 1 – Development of practical skills in biology • Module 2 – Foundations in Biology • Module 3 – Exchange and transport • Module 4 – Biodiversity, evolution and disease • Module 5 – Communication, homeostasis and energy • Module 6 – Genetics, evolution and ecosystems Component 01 assesses content from modules 1, 2, 3 and 5. Component 02 assesses content from modules 1, 2, 4 and 6. Component 03 assesses content from all modules (1 to 6). Biological processes (01) 100 marks 2 hours 15 minutes written paper 37% of total A level Biological diversity (02) 100 marks 2 hours 15 minutes written paper 37% of total A level Unified biology (03) 70 marks 1 hour 30 minutes written paper 26% of total A level Practical Endorsement in biology (04) (non-exam assessment) Reported separately