Biology
St Teresa's School - Surrey
01372452037
Effingham Hill, Dorking, RH5 6ST
Course summary

Biology is an exciting and rapidly developing subject with a central place in the future of our society. Every week, Biology is in the news with developments in our understanding of genetics, evolution and disease. A qualification in Biology aims to not only equip students with sound scientific knowledge and understanding of biological concepts and scientific processes, but to also offer opportunities to explore the ethical and moral issues related to the effects of human activities on biological systems. Module 1: Development of Practical Skills in Biology 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 and 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 and respiration Module 6: Genetics, Evolution and Ecosystems Cellular control, patterns of inheritance, manipulating genomes, cloning and biotechnology, ecosystems, populations and sustainability

Entry requirements

How you'll be assessed

Biological Processes (01) 100 marks 2 hours 15 minutes written paper (Assesses Modules 1, 2, 3 + 5) Biological Diversity (02) 100 marks 2 hours 15 minutes written paper (Assesses Modules 1, 2, 4 + 6) Unified Biology (03) 70 marks 1 hour 30 minutes written paper (Assesses content from Practical Endorsement in Biology (04) all modules 1–6) (non-exam assessment)

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionSouth East
Local AuthoritySurrey
Ofsted Rating
Gender TypeGirls
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Boarding Fee£32,385 - £36,585
Sixth Form FeeDay £15,150 - £21,585
AddressEffingham Hill, Dorking, RH5 6ST