A Level Biology
at Nottingham College, Nottingham · college
What the college says
Biology is the study of life in all of its forms. It combines problem solving with practical skills and enables you to develop a scientific approach to the subject. You must be aged 16-18 to apply for this course.
What you need to get on
To study 3 A Levels you'll need at least 5 GCSE's at grades 9-4 (A*-C) including GCSE English at grade 4 (C) or above and Maths at grade 5 (C) or above. To study 4 A Levels you'll need at least 6 GCSE's at grades 9-6 (A*-C) including GCSE English at grade 4 (C) or above and Maths at grade 5 (C) or above. One of your GCSEs must be a Grade 6 (B) or above in GCSE Biology, GCSE Combined Science: Trilogy, or a 5 in Biology if you have a 6 in GCSE Chemistry.
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
High Pavement Sixth Form Centre
Chaucer Street, Nottingham, NG1 5LP
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