You will learn about how your body works, right down to cellular and molecular level. The course will help you make sense of the world around you, including issues such as climate change, species extinction and antibiotic resistance. The revolution in molecular, cellular and gene technology will affect everybody on the planet and A Level Biology will provide an insight into these areas. Year 1 Students will develop an understanding of: Students will develop an understanding of: 1. Biological molecules. 2. Cells. 3. Organisms exchange substances with their environment. 4. Genetic information, variation and relationships between organisms. Year 2 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.
At least a 6 for either Single Award Biology or Dual Award Science. In the latter case a 7 would be desirable.
Practical endorsement will not contribute towards the final grade, but practical-based questions will form about 15% of the total assessment on the written papers. You will have many opportunities to learn and use practical skills to link theory with practice, deepening your knowledge and understanding. These practical lessons will be integrated into day to day teaching. 10% of biology exams will assess mathematical skills at higher tier GCSE level.
About Education Provider
| Region | West Midlands |
| Local Authority | Shropshire |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Girls |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | Unknown |
| Sixth Form Fee | £10,773 - £16,731 |
| Address | 32 Town Walls, Shrewsbury, SY1 1TN |
You will learn about how your body works, right down to cellular and molecular level. The course will help you make sense of the world around you, including issues such as climate change, species extinction and antibiotic resistance. The revolution in molecular, cellular and gene technology will affect everybody on the planet and A Level Biology will provide an insight into these areas. Year 1 Students will develop an understanding of: Students will develop an understanding of: 1. Biological molecules. 2. Cells. 3. Organisms exchange substances with their environment. 4. Genetic information, variation and relationships between organisms. Year 2 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.
At least a 6 for either Single Award Biology or Dual Award Science. In the latter case a 7 would be desirable.
Practical endorsement will not contribute towards the final grade, but practical-based questions will form about 15% of the total assessment on the written papers. You will have many opportunities to learn and use practical skills to link theory with practice, deepening your knowledge and understanding. These practical lessons will be integrated into day to day teaching. 10% of biology exams will assess mathematical skills at higher tier GCSE level.