A Level Biology
A Level Biology
We are a team of enthusiastic, dynamic, innovative and experienced staff, many of whom have experience as A Level examiners. We provide a very supportive environment to help you to reach your full potential. There are 14 specialist biology teachers who teach more than 1000 students, making us one of the largest A Level Biology departments in the country. Our results are consistently much higher than the National averages.
If you plan to follow a science or health-related degree course at university, Biology is very desirable and often obligatory. For medicine or dentistry, Biology is usually compulsory.
Students are expected to undertake 3-4 hours of independent work each week for this subject.
Topics you will cover
The department offers the 2 year AQA A Level course in Biology.
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
All students are required to participate in Practical work and Fieldwork.
Entry Guidelines
Grades 6/6 in GCSE Science AND Grade 5 GCSE Mathematics OR Grade 6 in GCSE Biology, Grade 5 in GCSE Chemistry AND Grade 5 in GCSE Mathematics.
Enrichment Opportunities
We offer a variety of extension and enhancement projects including Biology Olympiad, Science Teaching, First Aid, Balloon Modelling, War Hammer, Wildlife Photography and Introduction to British Sign Language. We also organise guest speakers from universities to deliver presentations to our students to enhance their learning experience.
Skills you will develop
