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Biology

at Nower Hill High School, Pinner · school or sixth form

Ofsted rated their sixth form provisionOutstanding2023see the detail

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull time

What the college says

A level Biology is suitable if you: Have an interest in and enjoy Biology and want to find out about how things work in the biological world by application of imaginative, logical thinking. Want to use Biology to progress onto further studies in Higher Education, support other qualifications or enter biology-based employment Are taking A-Levels in the other sciences and / or mathematics or other relevant courses such as Physical Education and want to take another course that will support those studies. The course consists of the following main topics.  Biological Molecules  Food and Health  Cells  Exchange and Transport  Biodiversity and Evolution. Students will be expected to demonstrate knowledge and understanding, application of content, investigative, analytical, evaluative and numerical skills throughout the course. All written exams will be in May or June. Biology leads on to a wide range of courses and careers. This could include: An undergraduate degree in life sciences, medicine, dentistry, veterinary science, environmental science, forensic science and related courses. Employment, for example in the areas of biological testing, biotechnology, independent research, careers within the medical field and the food industry. How will I be assessed? OCR A Specification. Exams 100%. A level consists of 3 papers at the end of year 13. The AS qualification can be awarded at the end of year 12 following two exams sat at the end of the year 12 for students who choose not t

What you need to get on

Grade 5 in Maths and a Grade 5 in either English Language or English Literature and 4 other GCSE passes at grade 4 or above. Plus a 6 in Biology and a 5 in Chemistry and Physics or 8-7 in Combined 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

  • Nower Hill High School

    George V Avenue, Pinner, HA5 5RP

    DaytimeClassroom based
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