Module 1 Development of practical skills in biology Skills in planning, implementing, analysis and evaluation. Module 2 Foundations in Biology Cell structure; Biological molecules; Nucleotides and nucleic acids; Enzymes; Biological membranes; Cell division, cell diversity and cellular organisation. Module 3 Exchange and transport Exchange surfaces; Transport in animals; Transport to plants. Module 4 Biodiversity, evolution and disease Communicable diseases, disease prevention and the immune system Biodiversity; Classification and evolution. Module 5 Communications, homeostasis and energy Communication and homeostasis; Excretion as an example of homeostatic control; Neuronal communication; Hormonal communication; Plant and animal responses; Photosynthesis; Respiration. Module 6 Genetics, evolution and ecosystems Cellular control; Patterns of inheritance; Manipulating genomes; Cloning and biotechnology; Ecosystems; Populations and sustainability.
• General requirement: GCSE grade 6 or above (or Grade B or above) in Mathematics and English Language. • Course requirements: ▪ GCSE grade 7, 8 or 9 (or Grade A or A*) in the subjects to be studied. ▪ Students who wish to study subjects in the Sixth Form that are not normally offered at GCSE (Economics, Business, Politics, Psychology, Classical Civilisation) will be expected to achieve GCSE grades in line with our general entry requirements. GCSE Mathematics at grade 7, 8 or 9 (or grade A or A*) is strongly recommended for A Level Economics. Pupils must have studied either Biology or Science and Additional Science at GCSE and obtained grades 7, 8 or 9. All pupils considering Medicine as a future career should be aware that an increasing number of Medical Schools now require a minimum of 6 top grades (7-9) at GCSE (including 7-9 in Maths and English) as well as A grade passes in A Level Biology and Chemistry.
The internally assessed Practical Endorsement skills form part of the full A Level. Appropriate practical activities are embedded within the learning outcomes of the course which contribute to the achievement of the Practical Endorsement as well as enhancing the student’s understanding of biological theory and practical skills. All of our groups are taught by 2 members of staff, but students must appreciate that the subject material cannot be learnt in isolation if top grades are to be achieved. Success in Biology relies on students appreciating the need to apply their knowledge and understanding.
About Education Provider
| Region | Yorkshire and the Humber |
| Local Authority | Bradford |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | Unknown |
| Sixth Form Fee | £15,684 |
| Address | Keighley Road, Bradford, BD9 4JP |
Module 1 Development of practical skills in biology Skills in planning, implementing, analysis and evaluation. Module 2 Foundations in Biology Cell structure; Biological molecules; Nucleotides and nucleic acids; Enzymes; Biological membranes; Cell division, cell diversity and cellular organisation. Module 3 Exchange and transport Exchange surfaces; Transport in animals; Transport to plants. Module 4 Biodiversity, evolution and disease Communicable diseases, disease prevention and the immune system Biodiversity; Classification and evolution. Module 5 Communications, homeostasis and energy Communication and homeostasis; Excretion as an example of homeostatic control; Neuronal communication; Hormonal communication; Plant and animal responses; Photosynthesis; Respiration. Module 6 Genetics, evolution and ecosystems Cellular control; Patterns of inheritance; Manipulating genomes; Cloning and biotechnology; Ecosystems; Populations and sustainability.
• General requirement: GCSE grade 6 or above (or Grade B or above) in Mathematics and English Language. • Course requirements: ▪ GCSE grade 7, 8 or 9 (or Grade A or A*) in the subjects to be studied. ▪ Students who wish to study subjects in the Sixth Form that are not normally offered at GCSE (Economics, Business, Politics, Psychology, Classical Civilisation) will be expected to achieve GCSE grades in line with our general entry requirements. GCSE Mathematics at grade 7, 8 or 9 (or grade A or A*) is strongly recommended for A Level Economics. Pupils must have studied either Biology or Science and Additional Science at GCSE and obtained grades 7, 8 or 9. All pupils considering Medicine as a future career should be aware that an increasing number of Medical Schools now require a minimum of 6 top grades (7-9) at GCSE (including 7-9 in Maths and English) as well as A grade passes in A Level Biology and Chemistry.
The internally assessed Practical Endorsement skills form part of the full A Level. Appropriate practical activities are embedded within the learning outcomes of the course which contribute to the achievement of the Practical Endorsement as well as enhancing the student’s understanding of biological theory and practical skills. All of our groups are taught by 2 members of staff, but students must appreciate that the subject material cannot be learnt in isolation if top grades are to be achieved. Success in Biology relies on students appreciating the need to apply their knowledge and understanding.