1st year of study in Year 12: Two specialist biologists teach four units: 1. Biological molecules 2. Cells 3. Exchange with the Environment 4. Genetic information, variation and relationships between organisms 2nd year of study in Year 13: Two specialist biologists teach four units: 5. Energy transfers in and between organisms 6. Responses made to changes in internal and external environments 7. Genetics, populations, evolution and ecosystems 8. Control of gene expression Students usually participate in a short residential field course held at the FSC centre in Snowdonia at the start of the Michaelmas Term in Year 13. There is no additional charge for this trip. A strong liking for Biology, a willingness to work hard and take interest in current biological sciences and the application of knowledge to unfamiliar concepts are expected.
A grade 7 in GCSE Biology (or a grade 7-7 in GCSE Double Award Science) is a minimum entry requirement for A Level, however, a grade 8 at GCSE is recommended should you wish to take this subject without one of these supporting Science / Maths subjects. A grade 7 at GCSE in Chemistry and Maths is also highly desirable.
Practical work is assessed throughout the course and in the written exams at the end of the two year course. A pass or fail is recorded. Written work is assessed at the end of the course in three papers, each of 2 hours duration. Paper 1: examines material covered in Units 1 to 4, including relevant practical skills. Paper 2: material covered in Units 5 to 8 is examined, including relevant practical skills and links to earlier units. Paper 3: examines material from all units and focusses on the ability to critically analyse data. You will also be required to write one synoptic essay from a choice of two titles.
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| Region | East Midlands |
| Local Authority | Derbyshire |
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| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | Unknown |
| Sixth Form Fee | Unknown |
| Address | Derby Road, Long Eaton, Nottingham, NG10 4AD |
1st year of study in Year 12: Two specialist biologists teach four units: 1. Biological molecules 2. Cells 3. Exchange with the Environment 4. Genetic information, variation and relationships between organisms 2nd year of study in Year 13: Two specialist biologists teach four units: 5. Energy transfers in and between organisms 6. Responses made to changes in internal and external environments 7. Genetics, populations, evolution and ecosystems 8. Control of gene expression Students usually participate in a short residential field course held at the FSC centre in Snowdonia at the start of the Michaelmas Term in Year 13. There is no additional charge for this trip. A strong liking for Biology, a willingness to work hard and take interest in current biological sciences and the application of knowledge to unfamiliar concepts are expected.
A grade 7 in GCSE Biology (or a grade 7-7 in GCSE Double Award Science) is a minimum entry requirement for A Level, however, a grade 8 at GCSE is recommended should you wish to take this subject without one of these supporting Science / Maths subjects. A grade 7 at GCSE in Chemistry and Maths is also highly desirable.
Practical work is assessed throughout the course and in the written exams at the end of the two year course. A pass or fail is recorded. Written work is assessed at the end of the course in three papers, each of 2 hours duration. Paper 1: examines material covered in Units 1 to 4, including relevant practical skills. Paper 2: material covered in Units 5 to 8 is examined, including relevant practical skills and links to earlier units. Paper 3: examines material from all units and focusses on the ability to critically analyse data. You will also be required to write one synoptic essay from a choice of two titles.