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Biology

at Urmston Grammar Academy, Manchester · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull time

What the college says

A Level Biology is usually taken by: • Students who wish to pursue a career in Science, Medicine or Dentistry, either after a course in higher education or after completing A Level studies. In this case it is usually studied with at least one other A Level Science subject. • Students who enjoy Biology but do not wish to study Biology at a higher level. In this case it may be studied in conjunction with any other A Level subject

What you need to get on

The general entry requirement to be offered a place at Urmston Grammar Sixth Form from September 2026 is a minimum of five GCSE passes which include: 2 x grade 7s, 3 x grade 6s, GCSE grades must also include a minimum of grade 5 in English Language & Maths. To study this subject at A Level we would expect you to have achieved a Grade 6/B or above at GCSE in a minimum of Core and Additional Science or 2 Sciences including Biology.

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

  • Urmston Grammar

    Newton Road Urmston, Manchester, M41 5UG

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Manchester

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