Biology is a vital area of study in the 21st century. In a world where rapid change is threatening the survival of many species, we need to be mindful of the existing challenges we face as a global community and capable of acting on those challenges. Biological Molecules • Carbohydrates • Lipids • Protein • DNA and RNA • DNA replication • ATP • Water • Inorganic ions Cells • Cell structure • Structure of prokaryotic cells and viruses • Methods of studying cells • All cells arise from other cells • Transport across cell membranes • Cell recognition and the immune system Organisms exchange substances with their environment • Surface area to volume ratio • Gas exchange • Digestion and absorption • Mass transport Genetic information, variation and relationships between organisms • DNA genes and chromosomes • DNA and protein synthesis • Genetic diversity • Species and taxonomy • Biodiversity Energy transfers in and between organisms • Photosynthesis • Respiration • Energy and ecosystems • Nutrient cycles Organisms respond to changes in their internal and external environments • Stimuli and response • Receptors • Control of heart rate • Nervous coordination • Skeletal muscles • Homeostasis Genetics, populations, evolution and ecosystems • Inheritance • Populations • Evolution • Populations in ecosystems The control of gene expression • DNA base sequence and proteins • Gene expression • Transcription and translation • Gene expression and cancer • Using genome projects • Gene technologies • DNA sequencing • Genetic fingerprinting
Students embarking on an A Level Biology course require a good GCSE background with at least a grade 6 in Biology or a 6/6 in Double Award Science and preferably a sound knowledge of Chemistry and Mathematics to GCSE level. A natural interest in the subject, strong numeracy, the ability to analyse data logically and an aptitude for expressing ideas accurately using the appropriate vocabulary are all required for the successful study of Biology at this level.
Assessment is by terminal examination at the end of Upper Sixth. There are three papers consisting of a mixture of multiple choice, short open, open response, calculations and extended writing questions. Practical skills are assessed internally, before being externally moderated to lead to a Practical Endorsement in Biology which is reported separately to the GCE Biology Grade. All A Level Biology students will be expected to attend a field course in the Summer Term of the Lower Sixth.
About Education Provider
| Region | East of England |
| Local Authority | Bedford |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Girls |
| ISI Report | |
| Boarding Fee | Unknown |
| Sixth Form Fee | £12,192 - £17,133 |
| Address | Cardington Road, Bedford, MK42 0BX |
Biology is a vital area of study in the 21st century. In a world where rapid change is threatening the survival of many species, we need to be mindful of the existing challenges we face as a global community and capable of acting on those challenges. Biological Molecules • Carbohydrates • Lipids • Protein • DNA and RNA • DNA replication • ATP • Water • Inorganic ions Cells • Cell structure • Structure of prokaryotic cells and viruses • Methods of studying cells • All cells arise from other cells • Transport across cell membranes • Cell recognition and the immune system Organisms exchange substances with their environment • Surface area to volume ratio • Gas exchange • Digestion and absorption • Mass transport Genetic information, variation and relationships between organisms • DNA genes and chromosomes • DNA and protein synthesis • Genetic diversity • Species and taxonomy • Biodiversity Energy transfers in and between organisms • Photosynthesis • Respiration • Energy and ecosystems • Nutrient cycles Organisms respond to changes in their internal and external environments • Stimuli and response • Receptors • Control of heart rate • Nervous coordination • Skeletal muscles • Homeostasis Genetics, populations, evolution and ecosystems • Inheritance • Populations • Evolution • Populations in ecosystems The control of gene expression • DNA base sequence and proteins • Gene expression • Transcription and translation • Gene expression and cancer • Using genome projects • Gene technologies • DNA sequencing • Genetic fingerprinting
Students embarking on an A Level Biology course require a good GCSE background with at least a grade 6 in Biology or a 6/6 in Double Award Science and preferably a sound knowledge of Chemistry and Mathematics to GCSE level. A natural interest in the subject, strong numeracy, the ability to analyse data logically and an aptitude for expressing ideas accurately using the appropriate vocabulary are all required for the successful study of Biology at this level.
Assessment is by terminal examination at the end of Upper Sixth. There are three papers consisting of a mixture of multiple choice, short open, open response, calculations and extended writing questions. Practical skills are assessed internally, before being externally moderated to lead to a Practical Endorsement in Biology which is reported separately to the GCE Biology Grade. All A Level Biology students will be expected to attend a field course in the Summer Term of the Lower Sixth.