Biology

Course summary

This is a modern, rigorous and exciting Biology course. It has a strong focus on cell and molecular biology, including gene technology, that underpins the current economic growth in biosciences. Human physiology and disease form a major element of the syllabus. The course mixes breadth with depth and provides the pupil with a good understanding of a variety of disciplines within the biological sciences: from biochemistry to biodiversity, from neuroscience to evolution. We have selected the International A Level over the basic A Level as its philosophy fits with that of Charterhouse Science. It is a rigorously scientific A Level with a testing practical element. It builds understanding from biological principles and then applies these across topics, rather than testing topics in isolation. This better develops the skills that will prepare pupils for university and beyond, whether studying courses in biological sciences (including medicine) or supporting studies in other subjects.