Biology

Course summary

Biology is a good choice for pupils with an interest and curiosity about the diversity and origins of the world around them. It is a popular course in the Sixth Form as many areas of the subject complement daily life. The pace of biological research and the potential impact of recent discoveries show that biology will play an increasingly important role in modern society, wealth creation and improved quality of life. Saving threatened species, feeding people, GM organisms, curing diseases... the future offers many challenges to a biologist. New knowledge in areas such as genetics, molecular biology, biodiversity and ecology can all have significant effects on human society and the environment. Teaching will focus on our interactions with the natural environment and develop an in-depth knowledge and understanding of the ways biological organisms function.b