Biology

As one of the largest A Level Biology departments in the country, we teach over 1,000 students and are proud of our consistently outstanding results, which are significantly above the national average.

Here at Greenhead College, our team of 14 specialist Biology teachers is enthusiastic, dynamic, innovative and highly experienced, with many staff also working as A Level examiners. They provide a supportive and engaging learning environment designed to help every student reach their full potential.

We offer a variety of enhancement opportunities, including the Biology Olympiad, and Enrichment activities such as Balloon Modelling, Warhammer Club, and First Aid. We also organise guest speakers from universities to deliver presentations, helping to enhance and enrich our students’ learning experience.

Biology is a highly valued A Level for a wide range of university courses, particularly in the sciences and healthcare. It is often an essential entry requirement for science and health-related degrees and is usually compulsory for Medicine and Dentistry.

Topics You Will Cover

This course follows the AQA specification.

All students are required to participate in practical work.

Year 1:

Biological molecules
Cells
Exchange with the environment
DNA and genetic variation.

Year 2:

Energy transfer
Response to the environment
Genetics, populations, evolution and ecosystems
DNA and gene expression.

Entry Guidelines

Grades 6/6 in GCSE Science and Grade 5 in GCSE Mathematics OR Grade 6 in GCSE Biology, Grade 5 in GCSE Chemistry and Grade 5 in GCSE Mathematics.

Biology

Topics You Will Cover

Entry Guidelines

Skills You Will Develop

Biology News