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AS/A2 Biology

at The Commonweal School, Swindon · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull time

What the college says

What will I learn on this course? The aims of the GCE in Biology are to enable students to: ? Essential knowledge and understanding of different areas of the subject and how they relate to each other ? Demonstrate a deep appreciation of the skills, knowledge and understanding of scientific methods ? Competence and confidence in a variety of practical, mathematical and problem-solving skills ? Their interest in and enthusiasm for the subject, including developing an interest in further study and careers associated with the subject ? Understanding of how society makes decisions about scientific issues and how the sciences contribute to the success of the economy and society. What key skills will I develop? ? Define scientific problems, present scientific arguments and scientific ideas ? Carry out experimental and investigative activities, including appropriate risk management, in a range of contexts ? Analyse and interpret data to provide evidence, recognising correlations and casual relationships ? Evaluate methodology, evidence and data, and resolve conflicting evidence ? Appreciate the tentative nature of scientific knowledge ? Communicate information and ideas in appropriate ways using appropriate terminology ? Consider applications and implications of science and appreciate their associated benefits and risks ? Consider ethical issues in the treatment of humans, other organisms and the environment ? Appreciate the role of the scientific community in validating new knowledg

What you need to get on

GCSE Science and GCSE Additional Science*: BB-A*A* GCSE Triple Science Biology: Grade B-A* *Students applying with additional/core science will be looked at on a case by case selection

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

  • Commonweal Sixth Form

    THE MALL, SWINDON, SN1 4JE

    DaytimeClassroom based
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