Course information
Biology
Forest School - Waltham Forest
02085201744
College Place, Snaresbrook, London, E17 3PY
Course summary

What is Biology? Biology is the study of life, and as such the A-level course covers a wide range of topics that are of vital importance and interest to everyone; from the study of the building blocks of life, to how we can change the environment of the planet we live on. Biology allows you to dive into the molecular basis of cellular biochemistry, and apply this to studying interactions within ecosystems. What will you cover in Biology? From gene cloning and genetic engineering to animal behaviour and human health; you will cover many of these concepts, and so much more. The A-level course is assessed by three written papers that account for 100% of the final grade. Practical competence is assessed separately in the Practical Endorsement. This is completed by carrying out several required practical experiments, where students must reach the required standard to be awarded this certificate. Therefore, you will also be expected to be competent in laboratory-based practicals and be capable of analysing and interpreting the results obtained from such studies

Entry requirements

GCSE Requirements • At least three grade 7s or above • At least three grade 6s or above • At least grade 5 in English and Maths • ­The required grade at I/GCSE in the qualifying subject/s required for their chosen courses – see the Qualifying Subjects.

How you'll be assessed

Module 1: Development of practical skills in biology. Module 2: Foundations in biology. Module 3: Exchange and transport. Module 4: Biodiversity, evolution and disease. Module 5: Communication, homeostasis and energy. Module 6: Genetics, evolution and ecosystems.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionLondon
Local AuthorityWaltham Forest
Ofsted Rating
Gender TypeCo-Educational
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Boarding FeeUnknown
Sixth Form Fee£17,247 - £24,555
AddressCollege Place, Snaresbrook, London, E17 3PY