Biology

Assessment

A-level Biology is a two-year course with topics covered and cross-connections made throughout the Lower Sixth and Upper Sixth years. There are three written papers consisting of a variety of objective questions, structured questions and short-answer questions. Pupils will be assessed on ‘How ScienceWorks’ and on questions related to the practical work completed in class. Each of the written examinations is between 1 hour 15 minutes and 2 hours 30 minutes long. Practical and data handling skills will also be assessed by your teacher and this will be reported in a separate practical skills grade. There is no coursework in A-level Biology.