Biology A Level teaching is split over two years, where pupils will develop a more in depth understanding of concepts covered at GCSE, as well as learning new cellular and biochemical components of the course. There is also a Practical Endorsement element, where pupils are assessed on a series of Required Practical experiments over the two year period. Year 1 Biological molecules, Cell structure and division, cell membranes, immunity, Exchange surfaces and transport in animals and plants, DNA, RNA and protein synthesis, diversity and selection, classification. Year 2 Photosynthesis and respiration, energy transfer and nutrient cycles, stimuli and responses, nervous coordination, homeostasis, Genetics, populations and evolution, populations and ecosystems, Gene expression, genome projects and gene technologies.
Grade 7 or above in GCSE Science (Triple award) is advised.
Teacher assessed Practical Endorsement throughout the course. The practical skills form a component of the three externally assessed written examinations, sat at the end of the second year of study which assess both years’ work.
About Education Provider
| Region | South West |
| Local Authority | Somerset |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | £38,058 |
| Sixth Form Fee | £26,331 |
| Address | Plox, Bruton, BA10 0ED |
Biology A Level teaching is split over two years, where pupils will develop a more in depth understanding of concepts covered at GCSE, as well as learning new cellular and biochemical components of the course. There is also a Practical Endorsement element, where pupils are assessed on a series of Required Practical experiments over the two year period. Year 1 Biological molecules, Cell structure and division, cell membranes, immunity, Exchange surfaces and transport in animals and plants, DNA, RNA and protein synthesis, diversity and selection, classification. Year 2 Photosynthesis and respiration, energy transfer and nutrient cycles, stimuli and responses, nervous coordination, homeostasis, Genetics, populations and evolution, populations and ecosystems, Gene expression, genome projects and gene technologies.
Grade 7 or above in GCSE Science (Triple award) is advised.
Teacher assessed Practical Endorsement throughout the course. The practical skills form a component of the three externally assessed written examinations, sat at the end of the second year of study which assess both years’ work.