Biology

Assessment

Advanced GCE in Biology B consists of three externally examined papers and the Science Practical Endorsement. It is a linear assessment; each component will be based on the whole of the syllabus content and all three papers are taken in the Summer term of upper sixth. In the written examinations you will need to be able to express yourself very clearly in writing; many of the questions require detailed consideration and evaluation of experimental results and biological concepts. Synoptic questions in these examinations will require you to demonstrate your accumulated knowledge and understanding of a topic or subject area and demonstrate your ability to combine your skills, knowledge and understanding with breadth and depth of the subject. Overall, a minimum of 10% of the marks across the three papers will be awarded for mathematical skills, hence the importance of being competent and confident in this area.