- To develop essential knowledge and understanding of different areas of Biology and how they relate to each other - To develop and demonstrate a deeper appreciation of the skills, knowledge and understanding of how science works - To develop interest in and enthusiasm for Biology, including developing an interest in further study and careers in Biology - To appreciate how society makes decisions about scientific issues and how the sciences contribute to the success of the economy and society. Year 12 - Biological molecules - Cells - Organisms exchange substances with their environment • Genetic information, variation and relationships between organisms. Year 13 - Energy transfers in and between organisms - Organisms respond to changes in their internal and external environments - Genetics, populations, evolution and ecosystems • the control of gene expression.
While there are no specific entry requirements it is strongly recommended that the student has a good background in a range of Biology topics.
Paper 1 – 35% Topics 1-4, including relevant practical skills. 91 marks in total from both short and long answer questions. Paper 2 – 35% Topics 5–8, including relevant practical skills. 76 marks for short and long answer questions and a 15 mark comprehension question. Paper 3 – 30% All topics, 1 to 8, including relevant practical skills. 38 marks: structured questions, including practical techniques, 15 marks: critical analysis of given experimental data and a 25 mark essay.
About Education Provider
| Region | North West |
| Local Authority | Lancashire |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | £21,795 - £41,970 |
| Sixth Form Fee | £13,515 - £16,440 |
| Address | Broadway, Fleetwood, FY7 8JW |
- To develop essential knowledge and understanding of different areas of Biology and how they relate to each other - To develop and demonstrate a deeper appreciation of the skills, knowledge and understanding of how science works - To develop interest in and enthusiasm for Biology, including developing an interest in further study and careers in Biology - To appreciate how society makes decisions about scientific issues and how the sciences contribute to the success of the economy and society. Year 12 - Biological molecules - Cells - Organisms exchange substances with their environment • Genetic information, variation and relationships between organisms. Year 13 - Energy transfers in and between organisms - Organisms respond to changes in their internal and external environments - Genetics, populations, evolution and ecosystems • the control of gene expression.
While there are no specific entry requirements it is strongly recommended that the student has a good background in a range of Biology topics.
Paper 1 – 35% Topics 1-4, including relevant practical skills. 91 marks in total from both short and long answer questions. Paper 2 – 35% Topics 5–8, including relevant practical skills. 76 marks for short and long answer questions and a 15 mark comprehension question. Paper 3 – 30% All topics, 1 to 8, including relevant practical skills. 38 marks: structured questions, including practical techniques, 15 marks: critical analysis of given experimental data and a 25 mark essay.