This course has been designed to interest anyone who wishes to understand the structure and functioning of living things and provides a comprehensive coverage of the ideas which underpin modern Biology. Among the many benefits, this specification is designed to encourage: • an enthusiasm for Biology • practical skills alongside understanding of concepts • an appropriate foundation for Biology-related courses at university
Sixth Form candidates are expected to achieve strong GCSE grades across the board. As a minimum, pupils should gain a 7 or above at GCSE in the subjects (or relevant subjects) they hope to study at A Level or at Higher Level within the IB. Particularly at A Level, that requirement moves up to an 8 for either Maths or any of the three traditional Sciences. Entry requirements for pupils wishing to study A Level Biology are 8-8 in the GCSE Science Double Award or an 8 in GCSE Biology. It is worth noting that Mathematics makes up 10% of the marks in the final exams so proficiency in that subject is also strongly advised (grade 7).
• Paper 1 1¾ hr exam (30% of final grade) Topics 1-7 • Paper 2 1¾ hr exam (30% of final grade) Topics 1-4, 8-10 • Paper 3 2½ hr exam (40% of final grade) Topics 1-10 • Practical Competency Continuously internally assessed over the 2 years 16 Core Practicals.
About Education Provider
| Region | South East |
| Local Authority | Oxfordshire |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
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| Boarding Fee | Unknown |
| Sixth Form Fee | Unknown |
| Address | Woodstock Road, Oxford, OX2 7NN |
This course has been designed to interest anyone who wishes to understand the structure and functioning of living things and provides a comprehensive coverage of the ideas which underpin modern Biology. Among the many benefits, this specification is designed to encourage: • an enthusiasm for Biology • practical skills alongside understanding of concepts • an appropriate foundation for Biology-related courses at university
Sixth Form candidates are expected to achieve strong GCSE grades across the board. As a minimum, pupils should gain a 7 or above at GCSE in the subjects (or relevant subjects) they hope to study at A Level or at Higher Level within the IB. Particularly at A Level, that requirement moves up to an 8 for either Maths or any of the three traditional Sciences. Entry requirements for pupils wishing to study A Level Biology are 8-8 in the GCSE Science Double Award or an 8 in GCSE Biology. It is worth noting that Mathematics makes up 10% of the marks in the final exams so proficiency in that subject is also strongly advised (grade 7).
• Paper 1 1¾ hr exam (30% of final grade) Topics 1-7 • Paper 2 1¾ hr exam (30% of final grade) Topics 1-4, 8-10 • Paper 3 2½ hr exam (40% of final grade) Topics 1-10 • Practical Competency Continuously internally assessed over the 2 years 16 Core Practicals.