Biology

Assessment

Paper 1: Advanced Biochemistry, Microbiology and Genetics. 1h45 paper worth 90 marks and 30% of the A Level. Paper 2: Advanced Physiology, Evolution and Ecology. 1h45 paper worth 90 marks and 30% of the A Level. Paper 3: General and Practical Principles in Biology. 2h30 paper worth 120 marks and 40% of the A Level. Science Practical Endorsement: Internally assessed and externally monitored by Pearson. Students must carry out a minimum of 12 practical activities, which provide opportunities to demonstrate competence in the required practical skills. This assessment of practical skills will appear on the students’ certificates as a separately reported result, alongside the overall grade for the qualification.