Year 12 topics: 1. Biological molecules (carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, DNA & RNA, ATP, water & inorganic ions). 2. Cells (eukaryotic & prokaryotic, viruses, microscopy, mitosis, transport across membranes & immunology). 3. Organisms exchange substances with their environment (gas exchange, digestion, absorption & transport). 4. Genetic information, variation and relationships between organisms (DNA, diversity & taxonomy). Year 13 topics: 5. Energy transfers in and between organisms (photosynthesis, respiration, energy transfer & nutrient cycles). 6. Organisms respond to changes in internal and external environments (nerves, muscles & homeostasis). 7. Genetics, populations, evolution & ecosystems (inheritance, populations & evolution). 8. The control of gene expression (mutations, regulation of protein synthesis, genomes & gene technology).
To perform well in Biology at A Level you should have obtained at least a grade 6 in separate sciences for Biology & Chemistry, or at least 7/6 in Combined Science. Mathematical skills comprise 10% of the Biology exams and, ideally, you will need to have achieved at least a grade 6 at GCSE in Maths. You also need to be able to write essays and will probably need at least a grade 6 in English Language GCSE. Biology A Level can be enjoyed alongside Chemistry, Mathematics, Psychology, Geography or Physics A Levels or Sport BTEC.
At the end of the two-year course, you will sit three written exams, each of 2 hours, comprising a mixture of types of questions (short & long answer, comprehension, extended response & structured) covering all taught & practical skills. Practical work is an important part of this course and you will undertake twelve required practicals, and your understanding of practical techniques will be tested in the written exams. We will also prepare you to answer questions on the critical analysis of provided experimental data & help you to learn how to plan, and then write, a synoptic essay, from a choice of two titles.
About Education Provider
| Region | South West |
| Local Authority | Dorset |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | Day £28,311; Boarding £38,922 |
| Sixth Form Fee | Unknown |
| Address | Iwerne Minster, Blandford Forum, DT11 8LL |
Year 12 topics: 1. Biological molecules (carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, DNA & RNA, ATP, water & inorganic ions). 2. Cells (eukaryotic & prokaryotic, viruses, microscopy, mitosis, transport across membranes & immunology). 3. Organisms exchange substances with their environment (gas exchange, digestion, absorption & transport). 4. Genetic information, variation and relationships between organisms (DNA, diversity & taxonomy). Year 13 topics: 5. Energy transfers in and between organisms (photosynthesis, respiration, energy transfer & nutrient cycles). 6. Organisms respond to changes in internal and external environments (nerves, muscles & homeostasis). 7. Genetics, populations, evolution & ecosystems (inheritance, populations & evolution). 8. The control of gene expression (mutations, regulation of protein synthesis, genomes & gene technology).
To perform well in Biology at A Level you should have obtained at least a grade 6 in separate sciences for Biology & Chemistry, or at least 7/6 in Combined Science. Mathematical skills comprise 10% of the Biology exams and, ideally, you will need to have achieved at least a grade 6 at GCSE in Maths. You also need to be able to write essays and will probably need at least a grade 6 in English Language GCSE. Biology A Level can be enjoyed alongside Chemistry, Mathematics, Psychology, Geography or Physics A Levels or Sport BTEC.
At the end of the two-year course, you will sit three written exams, each of 2 hours, comprising a mixture of types of questions (short & long answer, comprehension, extended response & structured) covering all taught & practical skills. Practical work is an important part of this course and you will undertake twelve required practicals, and your understanding of practical techniques will be tested in the written exams. We will also prepare you to answer questions on the critical analysis of provided experimental data & help you to learn how to plan, and then write, a synoptic essay, from a choice of two titles.
