Biology

Course summary

This course provides a foundation in fundamental biological principles whilst exploring modern applications of biology. The topic areas studied in the sixth form build upon and extend the material covered in IGCSE biology, with answers to ‘why?’ and ‘how?’ molecules, cells and organisms interact. In addition to exploring the traditional areas of biology, you will also gain an up-to-date insight into technological, social, ethical, and environmental implications of the subject. We encourage pupils to take an active role in the lessons, from contributions to discussion to group tasks and pupil modelling. Theory lessons are supported by many relevant practical investigations and activities. $t the start of the second year, we run a fieldwork residential to FSC Nettlecombe in Somerset.