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Applied Human Biology Level 3 OCR AAQ Extended Certificate (=1)

at St Brendan'S Sixth Form College, Bristol · sixth form college

Ofsted rated their overall effectivenessGood2023see the detail

Level 3Applied and BTECAlternative Academic Qualification2 yearsFull time

What the college says

Biology is one of the most popular subjects in the country, attracting students studying a wide range of other subjects or considering a future in a health-related field. The OCR Human Biology AAQ was first introduced at St Brendan’s Sixth Form College for students joining in 2025, and is designed to provide learners with a more practical, real-world approach to learning human biology. Over the two years of this course, you will gain access to specialist knowledge on topics such Health and disease, genetics, biomedical techniques and more to build skills to prepare you for employment or higher education.

What you need to get on

You will need five GCSE passes at grade 4 or equivalent including GCSE English Language, Maths and 2 Sciences. (Including Biology if studied separately)

How you are assessed

One subject in depth, assessed largely through coursework and projects.

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

  • St Brendan's Sixth Form College

    St Brendans Sixth Form College Broomhill Road, Bristol, BS4 5RQ

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