Biology A-Level is split into 6 modules. Modules 1 to 4 constitute a stand-alone AS-level qualification (AS Level marks no longer contribute towards the A Level marks). Modules 1 to 6, combined with a practical Endorsement, constitute the full A-Level. Module 1: Development of practical skills Module 2: Foundations in Biology Module 3: Exchange and transport Module 4: Biodiversity, evolution and disease Module 5: Communications, homeostasis and energy Module 6: Genetics, evolution and ecosystems
9 - 4 grades in 5 GCSE subjects (generally including Maths & English*) including 9 - 6 in at least 3 GCSE subjects. At least GCSE grade 5 in Maths plus grade 6 in single award Biology. If Combined Science then a minimum of 6,6 including grade 6 in Biology papers 1 & 2 and grade 5 in an English GCSE. For continuation to Year 13 grades in Year 12, Biology need to demonstrate potential for A Level success.
In year 12, two papers, 1½ hours each, assess any content from modules 1 to 4. In year 13, there are three papers: ➢ Paper 1 assesses content from modules 1, 2, 3 and 5 (2¼ hours). ➢ Paper 2 assesses content from modules 1, 2, 4 and 6 (2¼ hours). ➢ Paper 3 assesses content from all 6 modules (1½ hours). For year 13 at least 15% of the written papers will assess knowledge and understanding of practical skills and 10% will assess mathematical skills. Practical endorsement (Year 13 only) Students will complete a minimum of 12 practical activities to demonstrate practical competence. This will be endorsed as pass or fail but will not contribute marks towards the A level. Practical requirements impose strict limits on class sizes and places may not be available to late applicants.
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| Region | North East |
| Local Authority | County Durham |
| Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Crossgate Moor, Durham, DH1 4SU |
Biology A-Level is split into 6 modules. Modules 1 to 4 constitute a stand-alone AS-level qualification (AS Level marks no longer contribute towards the A Level marks). Modules 1 to 6, combined with a practical Endorsement, constitute the full A-Level. Module 1: Development of practical skills Module 2: Foundations in Biology Module 3: Exchange and transport Module 4: Biodiversity, evolution and disease Module 5: Communications, homeostasis and energy Module 6: Genetics, evolution and ecosystems
9 - 4 grades in 5 GCSE subjects (generally including Maths & English*) including 9 - 6 in at least 3 GCSE subjects. At least GCSE grade 5 in Maths plus grade 6 in single award Biology. If Combined Science then a minimum of 6,6 including grade 6 in Biology papers 1 & 2 and grade 5 in an English GCSE. For continuation to Year 13 grades in Year 12, Biology need to demonstrate potential for A Level success.
In year 12, two papers, 1½ hours each, assess any content from modules 1 to 4. In year 13, there are three papers: ➢ Paper 1 assesses content from modules 1, 2, 3 and 5 (2¼ hours). ➢ Paper 2 assesses content from modules 1, 2, 4 and 6 (2¼ hours). ➢ Paper 3 assesses content from all 6 modules (1½ hours). For year 13 at least 15% of the written papers will assess knowledge and understanding of practical skills and 10% will assess mathematical skills. Practical endorsement (Year 13 only) Students will complete a minimum of 12 practical activities to demonstrate practical competence. This will be endorsed as pass or fail but will not contribute marks towards the A level. Practical requirements impose strict limits on class sizes and places may not be available to late applicants.