Biology

Assessment

The course is assessed in three written papers sat in Trinity term of Upper Sixth, and a Practical Endorsement that is assessed throughout the course and reported separately from the final A-level grade. The written papers are: Biological Processes: 37% of A-Level; 2 hours 15 minutes Biological Diversity: 37% of A-Level; 2 hours 15 minutes Unified Biology: 26% of A-Level; 1 hour 30 minutes All papers include synoptic assessment and questions relating to practical skills. All essential preparation materials, including the ‘Head Start to A-level Biology’ guide will be given to pupils at induction.