Biology

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