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A Level - Biology L3

at MidKent College, Gillingham · college

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull time

What the college says

If your heart is set on studying A-Levels and would like an environment that is different from the traditional school environment, then A-Levels at MidKent College could be your perfect next step. Based at our Sixth Form Centre in Maidstone, you will be taught by specialist lecturers who will support you to gain the qualifications, skills and confidence to progress to university-level study, an apprenticeship, or into employment. You will study three A-Levels over a two-year period. Please confirm your preferred A-Level subjects through the application process. (Within the A-Level application process, please read the information for all the subjects you are interested in studying prior to applying, once you are ready to apply – choose 1 of your choices- at this point you will see two sets of drop-down boxes to choose your remaining 2 subjects.) Biology (Awarding Body: OCR) A-Level Biology explores theories and principles involved in living systems. In A-Level Biology there is a wide range of topics you will study including: lifestyle, transport, genes and health, development, plants and the environment, the natural environment and species survival, energy, exercise and co-ordination, as well as practical biology and research skills. By the conclusion of the course, you have a solid underpinning knowledge of the principles of genetics, molecules, taxonomy, natural selection, evolutionary theory, global warming, bacteria and viruses ready for HE or employment. You will be asses

What you need to get on

5 GCSEs at grade 4 and above including English, maths at grade 5+ and Biology at grade 5+ or Double Science G5/5+

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

  • Maidstone Campus

    Tonbridge Road, Maidstone, ME16 8AQ

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 7 September 2026 · Maidstone

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