Biology is not only the window into the fascinating world of living things, it is also the door to a lifelong interest in subjects which are vital to solve the problems spawned by the 20th Century. Advances in biological research have influenced both the content of and opportunities provided by modern A-level biology courses. Biology is no longer a subject founded purely on the ability to recall vast quantities of factual material. These advances have made Biology an interesting and valuable subject to study to A Level. The practical approach to the subject is both stimulating and rewarding and reflects the modern trends in biological sciences. The facilities and technical support in the Science Department are excellent and the grounds of Stowe provide a handy resource for the study of biological ecosystems. Extensive use is made of modern equipment, much of it linked to computer technology. You will study in a caring atmosphere in which individual skills are nurtured. Through the Biomedical Society, pupils will be able to meet and work with leading biologists from across the broad spectrum of the subject. A Level pupils in Biology will attend a four-day field course, usually at a coastal university or Field Studies Council field station. A third of the cost of this course is borne by the School but parents are expected to contribute the remaining two‐thirds (£200 currently). The Department has undertaken biological expeditions to South Africa, Honduras, Mozambique, Indonesia and Namibia.