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A Level Biology

at Bolton Sixth Form College, Bolton · sixth form college

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

Would you like to contribute towards the cure for dementia, help develop techniques in genetic engineering, save an endangered species from extinction or motivate future generations of potential scientists at school, college or university? Perhaps you simply have a fascination with the living world and wish to learn more about its processes and interactions.

What you need to get on

Students will be expected to have at least three GCSEs at grade 6. If you studied Combined Science you will be expected to have a double grade 6 in Science and grade 6 in Mathematics (higher grade tier). If you studied separate sciences, you will be expected to have GCSE grade 6 in Biology, grade 6 from Chemistry or Physics and grade 6 in Mathematics. You will also be expected to have English Language at grade 5 and the remainder no less than grade 5/4.

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

  • The Sixth Form Bolton

    Deane Road, Bolton, BL3 5BU

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 7 September 2026 · Bolton

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