Biology

Course summary

A level Biology appeals to students who are naturally inquisitive about the human body, the natural world and the organisms that populate our diverse planet. The biology studied at A level provides a solid background for most science-based degree courses. A level students are expected to participate and take advantage of the range of enrichment activities on offer, such as talks and presentations. Module 1 – Development of practical skills in biology skills of planning, implementing, analysis & evaluation. Module 2 – Foundations in biology cell structure; biological molecules; nucleotides and nucleic acids; enzymes; biological membranes; cell division, cell diversity and cellular organisation Module 3 – Exchange and transport exchange surfaces; transport in animals; transport in plants Module 4 – Biodiversity, evolution and disease communicable diseases, disease prevention and the immune system; biodiversity; classification and evolution Module 5 – Communication, homeostasis and energy communication and homeostasis; excretion as an example of homeostatic control; neuronal communication; hormonal communication; plant and animal responses; photosynthesis; respiration Module 6 – Genetics, evolution and ecosystems cellular control; patterns of inheritance; manipulating genomes; cloning and biotechnology; ecosystems; populations and sustainability