Course information
Biology
Ryde School with Upper Chine - Isle of Wight
01983562229
Queen's Road, Ryde, PO33 3BE
Course summary

IB students choose between studying Biology at Higher Level or Standard Level. Both A Level and IB courses develop a wide range of skills including experimental, data analysis, critical evaluation of information, communication and collaborative working. Use of IT will be actively encouraged, as will independent learning. Our aim is “To Bring Biology to Life”.

Entry requirements

GCSE Biology or Dual Award Science Grade 6. Students must either take Maths in Context as their enrichment choice or A Level Maths

How you'll be assessed

Separate ‘practical competency’ in “hands on” practical skills but this will not contribute to the eventual grade. • Paper 1: Advanced Biochemistry, Microbiology and Genetics (90 marks in 1 hour 45 minute paper) • Paper 2: Advanced Physiology, Evolution and Ecology (90 marks in 1 hour 45 minute paper) • Paper 3: General and Practical Principles in Biology (120 marks in 2 hours 30 minutes)

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionSouth East
Local AuthorityIsle of Wight
Ofsted Rating
Gender TypeCo-Educational
ISI ReportView Report
Boarding Fee£32,298 - £36,849
Sixth Form Fee£9,384 - £16,626
AddressQueen's Road, Ryde, PO33 3BE