Students choose Biology to get into higher education or to pursue a particular career, but above all because they are interested in studying this challenging, innovative practical science and because they enjoy it. It is an essential subject for Medicine and Veterinary Science. A-Level Biology is particularly valued by universities whatever course you ultimately apply for. The course content is split into six teaching modules: 1. Development of practical skills in Biology 2. Foundations in Biology 3. Exchange and transport 4. Biodiversity, evolution and disease 5. Communication, homeostasis and energy 6. Genetics, evolution and ecosystems
In practice, we look at each pupil as an individual to see how they conform to our principles and we usually expect that they will have achieved at least 5 GCSEs/IGCSEs at grade 5 or above with ideally grade 6 or above in the subjects they wish to study at A-Level. However, some of the subjects you are interested in may not have been taught at GCSE, so it is impossible to specify exact entry requirements for all of our A-Level subjects. We will consider equivalent qualifications gained from other educational systems. Our philosophy for learning is designed to challenge all students in learning and thinking and to encourage and develop a resilient mindset. To develop the skills, knowledge and understanding of A-Level Biology, the appropriate areas of mathematics relevant to the subject have to be taught. 10% of the marks available within written examinations will be for assessment of mathematics. The areas covered are: – Arithmetic and numerical computation – Handling data – Algebra – Graphs – Geometry and trigonometry – A minimum of Grade 4 in Mathematics GCSE is required
The teaching of practical skills is integrated within the theoretical topics and they are assessed through written papers and the Practical Endorsement (non-examination assessment)
About Education Provider
| Region | South East |
| Local Authority | Oxfordshire |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | Unknown |
| Sixth Form Fee | £12,435 - £18,525 |
| Address | Radley Road, Abingdon, OX14 3PS |
Students choose Biology to get into higher education or to pursue a particular career, but above all because they are interested in studying this challenging, innovative practical science and because they enjoy it. It is an essential subject for Medicine and Veterinary Science. A-Level Biology is particularly valued by universities whatever course you ultimately apply for. The course content is split into six teaching modules: 1. Development of practical skills in Biology 2. Foundations in Biology 3. Exchange and transport 4. Biodiversity, evolution and disease 5. Communication, homeostasis and energy 6. Genetics, evolution and ecosystems
In practice, we look at each pupil as an individual to see how they conform to our principles and we usually expect that they will have achieved at least 5 GCSEs/IGCSEs at grade 5 or above with ideally grade 6 or above in the subjects they wish to study at A-Level. However, some of the subjects you are interested in may not have been taught at GCSE, so it is impossible to specify exact entry requirements for all of our A-Level subjects. We will consider equivalent qualifications gained from other educational systems. Our philosophy for learning is designed to challenge all students in learning and thinking and to encourage and develop a resilient mindset. To develop the skills, knowledge and understanding of A-Level Biology, the appropriate areas of mathematics relevant to the subject have to be taught. 10% of the marks available within written examinations will be for assessment of mathematics. The areas covered are: – Arithmetic and numerical computation – Handling data – Algebra – Graphs – Geometry and trigonometry – A minimum of Grade 4 in Mathematics GCSE is required
The teaching of practical skills is integrated within the theoretical topics and they are assessed through written papers and the Practical Endorsement (non-examination assessment)