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Biology

at The Radcliffe School, Milton Keynes · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

Biology is an interesting and challenging A Level which explores life and living systems at all levels. From the molecular level of DNA structure that can control our appearance and physiology to global implications of climate change. Within living organisms you would study the biochemistry of respiration and photosynthesis inside the cells that all life is dependent on. Using microscopes you would investigate a wide range of animal and plant cells and their adaptations. Moving up a level in organisation the heart and circulatory systems is just one of the many organ systems studied in detail. At a whole organism level behaviour and classification are studied. Organisms do not live in isolation so biology includes topics on biodiversity and ecosystem interactions. Cutting edge applications of biotechnology and gene technology such as cloning and genetic engineering are also now part of the A Level course. Despite the apparent wide range of the course content there are many transferable skills such as investigative,problem solving,research, decision making,mathematical skills and analytical skills. Biology is a wonderfully varied subject, so there are many possible careers (in many different countries!) that study at A Level could lead to. Possible career choices that require Biology include Zoologist, Veterinarian, Food Technologist, Biology Educator, Medical Research Scientist, Doctor, Ecologist, Life Scientist and Marine Biologist. A Biology qualification is also well respe

What you need to get on

5 GSCE Grade 4-9 including Maths or English

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

  • The Radcliffe School

    Aylesbury Street West Wolverton, Milton Keynes, MK12 5BT

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Milton Keynes

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