You will study A Level Biology with OCR A, covering six modules along with a Practical Endorsement, which is required for certain university courses. The topics include the development of practical skills, foundations in biology, exchange and transport, biodiversity, evolution and disease, communications, homeostasis and energy, and genetics, evolution, and ecosystems. Practical skills, integrated with theoretical topics, are assessed through written papers.
You will have achieved at least 5 GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English and Maths, and have achieved at least a grade 66 in Combined Science or a grade 6 in Biology at GCSE.
Assessment involves written papers for both AS and A Level. Full A Level students take two 2hr 15min papers and a 90-minute synoptic paper. AS level students undergo assessment through two 90-minute papers. Practical skills are integrated into the theoretical topics and contribute to the overall assessment.
About Education Provider
| Region | South West |
| Local Authority | Gloucestershire |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Kingshill Road, Dursley, GL11 4BY |
You will study A Level Biology with OCR A, covering six modules along with a Practical Endorsement, which is required for certain university courses. The topics include the development of practical skills, foundations in biology, exchange and transport, biodiversity, evolution and disease, communications, homeostasis and energy, and genetics, evolution, and ecosystems. Practical skills, integrated with theoretical topics, are assessed through written papers.
You will have achieved at least 5 GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English and Maths, and have achieved at least a grade 66 in Combined Science or a grade 6 in Biology at GCSE.
Assessment involves written papers for both AS and A Level. Full A Level students take two 2hr 15min papers and a 90-minute synoptic paper. AS level students undergo assessment through two 90-minute papers. Practical skills are integrated into the theoretical topics and contribute to the overall assessment.