Biology is the study of life in all its forms. If you want to learn how the body works, how we can cure disease, how organisms interact with each other, or how every living organism is supremely adapted for life in its environment, then A-level Biology is for you. From the ecology of huge ecosystems to the biochemistry of tiny molecules within cells, Biology is a diverse subject that is relevant to many aspects of our everyday lives and has something in it for everyone. Alongside gaining factual knowledge, you will consider the ethical and moral implications of new developments in Biology, particularly in rapidly evolving and high-profile fields such as gene technology. There are also plenty of opportunities for the development of practical skills and girls are expected to carry out a wide variety of experiments and investigations both in the laboratory and in the field. Good biologists can apply their subject knowledge to unfamiliar problems are effective communicators can analyse and evaluate scientific evidence and can think creatively. An A-level in Biology can help to open the door to many opportunities in life beyond MHSG. The course is divided into eight topics. Topics 1 to 4 are studied in the Junior Sixth. Students then go on to study Units 5 to 8 in the Senior Sixth. The topics are: 1. Biological molecules. 2. Cells. 3. Organisms exchange substances with their environment. 4. Genetic information, variation, and relationships between organisms. 5. Energy transfers in and between organisms. 6. Organisms respond to changes in their internal and external environments. 7. Genetics, populations, evolution, and ecosystems. 8. The control of gene expression. Practical work and the development of important mathematical skills are fully integrated into the A-level course. As they progress through the course, students not only learn the relevant biological theory but also learn important biological techniques and build on their generic skills so that by the end of the course they can plan, research, risk assessment and implement an investigation. They also, become competent at recording their observations, analysing their data, and drawing relevant conclusions. There are 12 specific, compulsory practical activities required by the examination board that must be carried out, but there are plenty of additional practical opportunities throughout the course and through our extra-curricular programme.
We welcome applications for admission into the Sixth Form, which is normally conditional upon students achieving at least a grade A or 7 at GCSE in the subjects they wish to study, good passes in English and Mathematics and having at least five GCSEs at grade 7 or above. Applicants studying Science and Additional Science at GCSE should note that a grade 7 or above in Mathematics is required if they wish to study a Science subject at A level.
Component 1 - Examination worth 35% of total A-level marks Features content from topics 1 to 4 Component 2 - Examination worth 35% of total A-level marks Features content from topics 5 to 8 Component 3 - Examination paper worth 30% of total A-level marks Features content from topics 1 to 8
About Education Provider
| Region | North West |
| Local Authority | Manchester |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Girls |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | Unknown |
| Sixth Form Fee | £14,160 |
| Address | Grangethorpe Road, Manchester, M14 6HS |
Biology is the study of life in all its forms. If you want to learn how the body works, how we can cure disease, how organisms interact with each other, or how every living organism is supremely adapted for life in its environment, then A-level Biology is for you. From the ecology of huge ecosystems to the biochemistry of tiny molecules within cells, Biology is a diverse subject that is relevant to many aspects of our everyday lives and has something in it for everyone. Alongside gaining factual knowledge, you will consider the ethical and moral implications of new developments in Biology, particularly in rapidly evolving and high-profile fields such as gene technology. There are also plenty of opportunities for the development of practical skills and girls are expected to carry out a wide variety of experiments and investigations both in the laboratory and in the field. Good biologists can apply their subject knowledge to unfamiliar problems are effective communicators can analyse and evaluate scientific evidence and can think creatively. An A-level in Biology can help to open the door to many opportunities in life beyond MHSG. The course is divided into eight topics. Topics 1 to 4 are studied in the Junior Sixth. Students then go on to study Units 5 to 8 in the Senior Sixth. The topics are: 1. Biological molecules. 2. Cells. 3. Organisms exchange substances with their environment. 4. Genetic information, variation, and relationships between organisms. 5. Energy transfers in and between organisms. 6. Organisms respond to changes in their internal and external environments. 7. Genetics, populations, evolution, and ecosystems. 8. The control of gene expression. Practical work and the development of important mathematical skills are fully integrated into the A-level course. As they progress through the course, students not only learn the relevant biological theory but also learn important biological techniques and build on their generic skills so that by the end of the course they can plan, research, risk assessment and implement an investigation. They also, become competent at recording their observations, analysing their data, and drawing relevant conclusions. There are 12 specific, compulsory practical activities required by the examination board that must be carried out, but there are plenty of additional practical opportunities throughout the course and through our extra-curricular programme.
We welcome applications for admission into the Sixth Form, which is normally conditional upon students achieving at least a grade A or 7 at GCSE in the subjects they wish to study, good passes in English and Mathematics and having at least five GCSEs at grade 7 or above. Applicants studying Science and Additional Science at GCSE should note that a grade 7 or above in Mathematics is required if they wish to study a Science subject at A level.
Component 1 - Examination worth 35% of total A-level marks Features content from topics 1 to 4 Component 2 - Examination worth 35% of total A-level marks Features content from topics 5 to 8 Component 3 - Examination paper worth 30% of total A-level marks Features content from topics 1 to 8