The A Level course comprises the study of biochemistry, cells, how organisms exchange substances with their environment, genetics and gene technologies. The course is assessed by three two hour papers at the end of Upper Sixth along with assessed practicals throughout the two years. Fieldwork complements the work done in class and there are a number of trips run by the department to enhance students’ experience of the subject. The boys are also offered a unique opportunity to travel to locations such as Mexico, Indonesia, Madagascar and most recently Malawi as part of a conservation programme called Operation Wallacea.