Biology A Level will give you the skills to make connections and associations with all living around you. As it is such an encompassing subject, there is something in Biology for everyone. You will study a range of topics including: • Biological molecules • Cells • Energy transfers • Gene expression • The Lab Book Students will complete 12 required practicals and present a Lab Book for the Practical Endorsement. The Endorsement is a requirement for all Science undergraduates at the university. The practicals include chromatography, investigating enzymes, use of microscopes and dissection techniques.
5 GCSEs at Level 9‐4 or equivalent. At least a grade 6 in Biology or a grade 6-6 in Combined Science. A grade of 5 from the higher paper in GCSE Mathematics is also required.
The course is taught by Biology specialists and all practical work is internally assessed. The examinations are held at the end of the two-year course and take the form of three 2-hour examinations.
About Education Provider
| Region | North East |
| Local Authority | Hartlepool |
| Ofsted Rating | Requires improvement |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Catcote Road, Hartlepool, TS25 4HA |
Biology A Level will give you the skills to make connections and associations with all living around you. As it is such an encompassing subject, there is something in Biology for everyone. You will study a range of topics including: • Biological molecules • Cells • Energy transfers • Gene expression • The Lab Book Students will complete 12 required practicals and present a Lab Book for the Practical Endorsement. The Endorsement is a requirement for all Science undergraduates at the university. The practicals include chromatography, investigating enzymes, use of microscopes and dissection techniques.
5 GCSEs at Level 9‐4 or equivalent. At least a grade 6 in Biology or a grade 6-6 in Combined Science. A grade of 5 from the higher paper in GCSE Mathematics is also required.
The course is taught by Biology specialists and all practical work is internally assessed. The examinations are held at the end of the two-year course and take the form of three 2-hour examinations.