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A Level Biology - Science

at Riverside College Halton, Widnes · college

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull time

What the college says

Aimed at School Leavers. Please note all of our A Level courses must be studied as part of a full time A Level programme. You will choose 3 A level subjects to study over two years. You will develop an interest and enthusiasm for Biology, including an interest in further study and careers in Biology. This course includes the study of contemporary areas of Biology. The Centre of Excellence in Science and Maths and The Mond Centre at Cronton has excellent Biology facilities. The staff are very experienced and have an enviable record of achieving outstanding results at A Level, 73percent A*-B in the summer exams. The classes are small and friendly and individual and group tutorials are arranged to provide extra support. In the first year of your A Level Biology course you will learn about cells, the heart and respiratory systems, DNA, cells, biochemistry, natural selection and biodiversity. In the second year you will study ecology, biochemistry of photosynthesis and respiration, genetics, the nervous system, homeostasis, the kidneys and natural selection and evolution. What will this course lead on to? Degrees in Biology, life sciences, medicine, dentistry, physiotherapy and other medically related fields. Careers in research, ecology and biotechnology as well as those in teaching and in a variety of industries.

What you need to get on

Students will need a minimum of 3 grade 5's and 2 grade 4's at GCSE including English Language and Maths at grade 5. Specifically for this subject: Grade 5 in English Language and Maths, Plus a 6 in Biology or a 6 grade in Core and Additional Science. .

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

  • Cronton Sixth Form College

    CRONTON SIXTH FORM COLLEGE Cronton Lane, WIDNES, WA8 5WA

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · WIDNES

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