Biology
Gresham's School - Norfolk
01263714500
Cromer Road, Holt, NR25 6EA
Course summary

• Module 1 – Development of practical skills in Biology (covered through practical work throughout the course) • Module 2 – Foundations in Biology (including Cell Biology, Cell Division, Enzymes and Biochemistry) • Module 3 – Exchange and Transport (including gas exchange and the lungs, the heart and circulatory system and transport of materials in plants) • Module 4 – Biodiversity, Evolution and Disease (including measuring biodiversity, conservation, classification and the immune system) • Module 5 – Communication, Homeostasis and Energy (including the biochemistry of respiration and photosynthesis, the nervous system, the liver and kidneys and hormonal communication in animals and plants) • Module 6 – Genetics, Evolution and Ecosystems (including genetic inheritance, the control of gene expression, populations and ecosystems and biotechnology).

Entry requirements

Grade 6 in Biology GCSE or 6:6 in Combined Sciences

How you'll be assessed

• Assessment is through three exams, taken towards the end of the course: • Biological processes – 2 hours 15min (37%) • Biological diversity – 2 hours 15min (37%) • Unified Biology – 1 hour 30min (26%) Experimental skills are recognised and lead to a practical endorsement in Biology awarded through completion of a series of practical experiments in lessons.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionEast of England
Local AuthorityNorfolk
Ofsted Rating
Gender TypeCo-Educational
ISI ReportView Report
Boarding Fee£43,800
Sixth Form FeeDay £30,570
AddressCromer Road, Holt, NR25 6EA