Biology
St George's College Weybridge - Surrey
01932839300
Weybridge Road, Addlestone, KT15 2QS
Course summary

Studying Biology opens up many exciting career possibilities and is a key subject for a wide range of STEM careers from conservation to cancer research.

Entry requirements

At least a Grade 7 in Triple Award Biology GCSE/IGCSE or a Grade 7 in the Biology component of Double Award Science.

How you'll be assessed

You must be willing to work hard and be keen to discover more about topical issues in biology, along with their ethical implications. Communication skills are important and you will need to enjoy problem solving along with the analysis of scientific information. Good memory skills are essential, along with an organised approach to problem-solving. Mathematics is an important aspect of studying biology and the basis of doing statistical testing is taught in the Lower Sixth. Investigations are an integral part of the course and you will be expected to plan experiments and write up your findings in the form of tables, graphs, conclusions and evaluations. The Core Practicals (10 in the Lower Sixth and 8 in the Upper Sixth) aim to develop the skills and techniques needed to manipulate a variety of pieces of equipment to gain valid, accurate and reliable data, the principles of which are later examined in the termly assessed written papers.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionSouth East
Local AuthoritySurrey
Ofsted Rating
Gender TypeCo-Educational
ISI ReportView Report
Boarding FeeUnknown
Sixth Form Fee£24,165
AddressWeybridge Road, Addlestone, KT15 2QS