The aim of our course is for you to build on your interest and enthusiasm for Biology, which can lead to further study at university and a wide range of careers. You learn by research, group work and practical activities, alongside traditional classroom methods. You are encouraged to read widely and to subscribe to the Biological Sciences Review Magazine, written specifically for Sixth Form students. The OCR specification provides an indepth and detailed view of the complex biological world. It is divided into topics, each covering different key concepts in Biology. Teaching of practical skills is integrated with the theoretical topics and assessed within the final exams as well as part of a separate ‘practical endorsement’. In addition to learning the wide variety of topics included in the specification, you acquire the skills to be independent learners, design experiments, analyse data, research theories and write up and reference correctly. At the end of the course, you have a comprehensive overview of the topics and how they link together. The Biology A Level is split into six modules: – Development of practical skills – Foundations in Biology – Exchange and transport – Biodiversity, evolution and energy – Communication, homeostasis and disease – Genetics, evolution and ecosystems Highlights Year 12 Ecology field course (optional). Support and guidance in external competitions; Years 12 and 13 Biology Olympiads. Primary liaison opportunities.
GCSE Maths, Double Science/ Biology and Chemistry: Grade 7 (Grade 8 preferred).
Study & Assessment Units Biological Processes 37% Biological Diversity 37% Unified Biology 26% Assessment of all modules is by three written exams at the end of Year 13. Practical work is assessed during lessons; there is no practical examination. It does not count towards the final A Level grade and is included on your certificate as Pass or Fail.
About Education Provider
| Region | South West |
| Local Authority | Gloucestershire |
| Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Princess Elizabeth Way, Cheltenham, GL51 0HG |
The aim of our course is for you to build on your interest and enthusiasm for Biology, which can lead to further study at university and a wide range of careers. You learn by research, group work and practical activities, alongside traditional classroom methods. You are encouraged to read widely and to subscribe to the Biological Sciences Review Magazine, written specifically for Sixth Form students. The OCR specification provides an indepth and detailed view of the complex biological world. It is divided into topics, each covering different key concepts in Biology. Teaching of practical skills is integrated with the theoretical topics and assessed within the final exams as well as part of a separate ‘practical endorsement’. In addition to learning the wide variety of topics included in the specification, you acquire the skills to be independent learners, design experiments, analyse data, research theories and write up and reference correctly. At the end of the course, you have a comprehensive overview of the topics and how they link together. The Biology A Level is split into six modules: – Development of practical skills – Foundations in Biology – Exchange and transport – Biodiversity, evolution and energy – Communication, homeostasis and disease – Genetics, evolution and ecosystems Highlights Year 12 Ecology field course (optional). Support and guidance in external competitions; Years 12 and 13 Biology Olympiads. Primary liaison opportunities.
GCSE Maths, Double Science/ Biology and Chemistry: Grade 7 (Grade 8 preferred).
Study & Assessment Units Biological Processes 37% Biological Diversity 37% Unified Biology 26% Assessment of all modules is by three written exams at the end of Year 13. Practical work is assessed during lessons; there is no practical examination. It does not count towards the final A Level grade and is included on your certificate as Pass or Fail.