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A Level Biology

at Christ The King Sixth Form College · sixth form college

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

The study of Biology at A Level builds on the knowledge gained at GCSE and starts to look at the subject at a molecular and cellular level. In this course you will be inspired to have a deeper understanding of how the structure of biological molecules enables the formation of living organisms such as humans, animals, plants and micro-organisms. You will study: - How the structures of important biological molecules relate to their functions - The structure of the human heart, risk of developing cardiovascular diseases in relation to lifestyle and diet and the benefits and risks of modern treatments - Genetic diseases and the use of gene therapy as a potential cure - Sexual reproduction in plants and animals - Species and evolution - The natural environment and species survival - Forensic investigations and analysis of DNA - The structure of micro-organisms; diseases they cause and the process of cell recognition to trigger response by the immune system - Functions of muscles, supply of energy, exercise and coordination - Theories and appropriate methodologies to carry out a scientific investigation

What you need to get on

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How you are assessed

Academic subjects, mostly exams, three or four at once. The traditional route to university.

What this level means

The A-level-equivalent step, and what universities and employers ask for.

Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?

Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.

Where it runs

  • Christ the King: St Mary's

    Chislehurst Road, Sidcup, DA14 6BE

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  • Christ the King: Aquinas

    Sprules Road, Brockley, SE4 2NL

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Start dates

  • 7 September 2026 · Sidcup
  • 7 September 2026 · Brockley

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