Biology

Course summary

Biology is highly relevant to everyday life. A qualification in Biology helps you develop research, problem-solving, organisation and analytical skills. Biology allows you to enter into many exciting careers and is highly regarded by all universities as a rigorous academic subject. The OCR A Biology course has been studied for over two years. Modules include the study of exchange and transport, biodiversity, communicable diseases, genetics and evolution. Practical skills are also developed through the Practical Endorsement. Higher Education and Career Options Biology is a key subject for lots of careers, particularly in clinical and health professions and jobs involving plants or animals. The list is extensive and includes medicine, nursing, dentistry, forensic science, psychology, physiotherapy, botany, environmental science, zoology, geology, oceanography, pharmaceuticals, energy, teaching, science writing, genetics and research. Biology is highly regarded by all universities as a rigorous subject, facilitating access to a large range of subjects for study.