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Biology

at Wood Green School · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

This course aims to help students develop theoretical and practical skills in biology, including planning, implementing, analysis and evaluation. The course comprises six modules, covering topics such as cell biology, biological molecules, exchange, transport, biodiversity, disease, genetics, ecosystems, evolution, communications, homeostasis and energy. Biology is regarded as a facilitating subject by the UK’s top universities, and combines well with Chemistry, Psychology, Geography, Mathematics, and Further Mathematics. Higher education and careers for which Biology is needed or recommended include conservation science, ecology, environmental management, plant science, medicine, veterinary, genetics, biotechnology, biochemistry, molecular biology, pharmacology, clinical biology, physiology, sports science and anatomy.

What you need to get on

Grade 6 in Biology and at least a Grade 5 in another Science. Mathematics is used extensively at A level, so a Grade 6 in GCSE Mathematics is also required.

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

  • Wood Green School

    Woodstock Road, Witney, OX28 1DX

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Witney

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