Biology

Course summary

The Biology Department has two well-equipped laboratories and unparalleled ecology facilities; you will thrive in these stimulating and lively environments. Biology A Level is recognised as a facilitator subject by Russell Group universities. It pairs very well with a range of other subjects but especially: Chemistry, Geography, Maths, Physics, PE and Psychology. You will perform numerous practicals which are recorded in lab books and you will complete 12 required practicals in which your skills are assessed in order to achieve your Practical Competency Certification. You will be expected to perform your own dissections. Besides covering the theory of the eight topics, class discussions, debates and extended reading occur throughout the course. The department provides extensive information resources, including online videos to support the theory. Interactive quizzes allow the practice of exam-style questions with quick feedback. Lessons are available online, and extended reading is provided for each topic where required. An open door policy is provided for further support, where you can arrange one-to-one meetings with any teacher if necessary. The department offers a number of additional opportunities including links with universities, lectures and workshops with world-renowned scientists. There is an opportunity to compete in the national Olympiad competition through the Royal Society of Biology. We have a Natural History movie club and you can even take a leading role in the dissection club.