Biology A Level

A Level Biology

Untangle the DNA of A Level Biology. GCSE Maths Grade 5 is now accepted for A Level Biology entry. This is a two year course which will give you the opportunity to study a range of topics such as populations and environmental biology and mechanisms used to control processes in cells and organisms. Many students who enjoy and successfully complete this subject typically progress onto a range of degree courses including: Medicine, Dentistry, Veterinary Science, Biochemistry and Biological Sciences.

• Course Information

  • Course Code

    LABIOL

  • Exam Board

    AQA

  • Attendance Pattern

    Daytime

  • Course Level

    Level 3

  • Study Mode

    Full Time

  • Course Location

    Langdale Road, Leyland

  • Age Group

    School Leavers (16-18)

  • Course Duration

    2 years

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• Overview

  GCSE Maths Grade 5 is now accepted for A Level Biology entry. Biology is a fascinating subject and involves the study of all the traditional areas of Biology, as well as an examination of technological advances in areas such as DNA technologies, fingerprinting, genetic engineering and gene therapy. During the first year the fundamental ideas in Biology will be covered, including how the body defends itself against disease, cellular operations and the creation and roles of important biological molecules such as carbohydrates, proteins, lipids and DNA.

  As the course progresses, concepts to be covered will also include populations and environmental biology.Biology is a fascinating subject and involves a study of all the traditional areas of biology as well as an examination of technological advances in areas such as DNA technologies, fingerprinting, genetic engineering and gene therapy.

  Course Highlights:

  Biology Olympiad, Medical Society and Oxbridge preparation.

  

• Entry Requirements

  Our A Level programme requires a minimum of 5 GCSE subjects at Grade 5.

  This must include Grade 5 in GCSE Maths and Grade 6 in GCSE Science or Biology.

• How will I be assessed?

  The A Level course will be assessed by three examinations at the end of Year 2. There will be a separate assessment of students’ practical skills throughout Year 1 and Year 2, and will result in students gaining a practical endorsement.

• Progression Pathway

  Our Biology students progress to a variety of courses and careers as doctors, dentists and vets, whilst others move into science based careers such as genetics, biochemistry, biotechnology and laboratory work.

• National Careers Service

  For guidance about what careers subjects can lead on to please follow this link to the National Careers Service.