Biology
Course Duration: 2 years
Course Level: A Level
Is Biology right for you?
Students who study biology will be curious about the world around them; they will enjoy problem solving and have excellent maths and English skills. They will be interested in finding out the potential biology has to transform our lives.
What will you study?
- Biological molecules
The building blocks of life
- Cells
The basic unit of living organisms
- Organisms exchange substances with their environment
Systems in animals and plants
- Genetic information, variation and relationships between organisms
- Energy transfers in and between organisms
Photosynthesis, respiration and ecosystems
- Organisms respond to changes in their internal and external environments
Homeostasis and the nervous system
- Genetics, populations, evolution and ecosystems
- The control of gene expression
Modern methods of gene manipulation
“I honestly chose a level biology because I’ve always been curious about how life works, but it’s my teachers who makes the course so rewarding. They are always there to break down complex content and truly care about helping us hit those top grades. Having that kind of support, plus a great group of classmates to study with, makes even the toughest topics feel like a fun challenge were all tackling together.”
Amirah Naseer, Year 12 Biology ambassador
Where can Biology take you?
Career destinations
- Clinical and healthcare: dentist, biomedical scientist and genetic counsellor.
- Research and development: pharmacologist and microbiologist.
- Environmental and conservation: ecologist and marine biologist.
- Corporate and advisory: patent attorney and sustainability consultant.
- Communication and education: secondary school teacher and science journalist.
What are the entry requirements?
- General requirements: Five GCSEs at grade 4 or above.
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