Biology is at the forefront of some of the biggest challenges facing us in the 21st century, from conservation of endangered species to overcoming antibiotic resistance and developing methods that can be used to increase crop growth for an ever-growing population. Biology allows you to question and challenge these issues in order to create a more sustainable and healthy future. Theoretical knowledge and the focus on current practical techniques will support your development as a future scientist. You will learn about the core concepts of biology and about the impact of biological research and how it links to everyday life. You will learn to apply your knowledge, investigate and solve problems in a range of contexts. At A level the students follow the AQA A level Biology specification, which is composed of 8 key topics and 12 core practicals which are completed in class and assessed over the two year course.
If you are not already a student of Royal High School Bath, and are considering joining the Sixth Form, the first step should be an informal visit to see our Sixth Form facilities. You will also meet the Head, Head of Sixth Form and other members of staff, as well as being able to talk to some of our current Sixth Form students. Entry is dependent on a minimum of six GCSEs at grades 9-6. Candidates are also expected to achieve grades 9-6 in the subjects they wish to study at A Level or at Higher Level in the International Baccalaureate Diploma. In addition, students are required to achieve at least a grade 4 in Maths and English Language GCSE. For some subjects, a grade 6 or above in a related discipline is recommended. For example, Psychology would require grade 6 or above in English, Mathematics and Science. In some subjects, we would recommend continuing to study them only if a grade 7 or higher is achieved at GCSE. More advice will be given about this following results. Students wishing to take Music A Level also need to have Associated Board Grade 4 or above in an instrument or singing.
The course is assessed as follows: Paper 1 (35%) 2 Hours Any content from topics 1-4. Includes short and long answer questions and extended response questions. Paper 2 (35%) 2 Hours Any content from topics 5-8 Includes short and long answer questions and a comprehension question. Paper 3 (30%) 2 Hours Any content from topics 1-8. Includes structured questions, critical analysis of experimental data and one essay from a choice of two. There is no coursework, however relevant required practical knowledge will be assessed in all papers. There is a residential field trip in the summer term in which students will put their understanding of ecosystems and human impacts into practice, further developing fieldwork techniques alongside experts in their field.
About Education Provider
| Region | South West |
| Local Authority | Bath and North East Somerset |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Girls |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | £34,344 - £40,374 |
| Sixth Form Fee | Day £16,917 - £17,658 |
| Address | Royal High School Bath GDST, Lansdown Road, BA1 5SZ |
Biology is at the forefront of some of the biggest challenges facing us in the 21st century, from conservation of endangered species to overcoming antibiotic resistance and developing methods that can be used to increase crop growth for an ever-growing population. Biology allows you to question and challenge these issues in order to create a more sustainable and healthy future. Theoretical knowledge and the focus on current practical techniques will support your development as a future scientist. You will learn about the core concepts of biology and about the impact of biological research and how it links to everyday life. You will learn to apply your knowledge, investigate and solve problems in a range of contexts. At A level the students follow the AQA A level Biology specification, which is composed of 8 key topics and 12 core practicals which are completed in class and assessed over the two year course.
If you are not already a student of Royal High School Bath, and are considering joining the Sixth Form, the first step should be an informal visit to see our Sixth Form facilities. You will also meet the Head, Head of Sixth Form and other members of staff, as well as being able to talk to some of our current Sixth Form students. Entry is dependent on a minimum of six GCSEs at grades 9-6. Candidates are also expected to achieve grades 9-6 in the subjects they wish to study at A Level or at Higher Level in the International Baccalaureate Diploma. In addition, students are required to achieve at least a grade 4 in Maths and English Language GCSE. For some subjects, a grade 6 or above in a related discipline is recommended. For example, Psychology would require grade 6 or above in English, Mathematics and Science. In some subjects, we would recommend continuing to study them only if a grade 7 or higher is achieved at GCSE. More advice will be given about this following results. Students wishing to take Music A Level also need to have Associated Board Grade 4 or above in an instrument or singing.
The course is assessed as follows: Paper 1 (35%) 2 Hours Any content from topics 1-4. Includes short and long answer questions and extended response questions. Paper 2 (35%) 2 Hours Any content from topics 5-8 Includes short and long answer questions and a comprehension question. Paper 3 (30%) 2 Hours Any content from topics 1-8. Includes structured questions, critical analysis of experimental data and one essay from a choice of two. There is no coursework, however relevant required practical knowledge will be assessed in all papers. There is a residential field trip in the summer term in which students will put their understanding of ecosystems and human impacts into practice, further developing fieldwork techniques alongside experts in their field.