Biology has an important place in the contemporary world. It is a dynamic subject that embraces the other sciences and links with them in a meaningful way. Above all, it is a stimulating subject that will provide you with an in-depth understanding of human biology, health and disease, evolution, ecology, plant biology, genetics and gene technology. Students studying A Level Biology attend a field course to study ecology in Slapton Sands, various practical workshops at the University of Bristol and a zoo trip to look at classification, biodiversity and conservation. You will explore life from its simplest form, the cell, to complex multi-cellular organisms. You will study biochemistry and the important role that proteins play in our bodies, learning how nerves and hormones control our body’s complex systems. You will investigate DNA, the very molecule of life itself, and how genetics may hold the key to future medical advances. Biology is an experimental subject, therefore you will explore it through practical investigation. Utilising our well-equipped laboratories, you will develop key skills such as experimental analysis, data collection, mathematical analysis, developing a hypothesis and evaluating the success of a project. You will be encouraged to research topics beyond the classroom, to work independently and to develop an understanding of how science works. The key skills mean that a wide range of university courses would be accessible including degrees in Medicine, Dentistry, Veterinary and Natural Sciences, as well as Biological Sciences, Chiropractic and Biochemistry.
These vary for each A-Level subject, but you will need a minimum of 5 GCSEs at grade 5 or equivalent, including English and Mathematics. Many subjects require grade 6 or above to study them at A Level (please see our subject guides). New students will be given a conditional offer based on their GCSE results, an interview and a reference from their current school. Grade 7 in Biology or 7, 7 in Double Science (Trilogy)
A ‘Science Practical Endorsement’ will be used to assess your practical skills, but this assessment will not count towards your final grade. There are three A Level exams: Papers 1 and 2 are worth 35% each; Paper 3 is worth 30% of the overall A Level grade.
About Education Provider
| Region | South West |
| Local Authority | Bristol, City of |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | Unknown |
| Sixth Form Fee | £17,250 |
| Address | Stapleton, Bristol, BS16 1BJ |
Biology has an important place in the contemporary world. It is a dynamic subject that embraces the other sciences and links with them in a meaningful way. Above all, it is a stimulating subject that will provide you with an in-depth understanding of human biology, health and disease, evolution, ecology, plant biology, genetics and gene technology. Students studying A Level Biology attend a field course to study ecology in Slapton Sands, various practical workshops at the University of Bristol and a zoo trip to look at classification, biodiversity and conservation. You will explore life from its simplest form, the cell, to complex multi-cellular organisms. You will study biochemistry and the important role that proteins play in our bodies, learning how nerves and hormones control our body’s complex systems. You will investigate DNA, the very molecule of life itself, and how genetics may hold the key to future medical advances. Biology is an experimental subject, therefore you will explore it through practical investigation. Utilising our well-equipped laboratories, you will develop key skills such as experimental analysis, data collection, mathematical analysis, developing a hypothesis and evaluating the success of a project. You will be encouraged to research topics beyond the classroom, to work independently and to develop an understanding of how science works. The key skills mean that a wide range of university courses would be accessible including degrees in Medicine, Dentistry, Veterinary and Natural Sciences, as well as Biological Sciences, Chiropractic and Biochemistry.
These vary for each A-Level subject, but you will need a minimum of 5 GCSEs at grade 5 or equivalent, including English and Mathematics. Many subjects require grade 6 or above to study them at A Level (please see our subject guides). New students will be given a conditional offer based on their GCSE results, an interview and a reference from their current school. Grade 7 in Biology or 7, 7 in Double Science (Trilogy)
A ‘Science Practical Endorsement’ will be used to assess your practical skills, but this assessment will not count towards your final grade. There are three A Level exams: Papers 1 and 2 are worth 35% each; Paper 3 is worth 30% of the overall A Level grade.