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Biology

at Walsall Academy, Walsall · school or sixth form

Ofsted rated their post-16 provisionExpected standard2026see the detail

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

The opportunities for students of Biology on completion of full time education are vast. There are many possible careers within the scientific world and qualifications in Science subjects are acceptable as an entry to many other careers. Former students have followed these career paths: Medicine, Forensic Science, Pharmacy, Medical Science, Biomechanical Engineering, Research, Nursing, Dentistry and Biomedical Sciences. The Science courses offered at Walsall Academy are designed to provide academic and vocational experiences. They will prepare students for their choice of career in both the world of work and Higher Education. Module 1 – Development of practical skills in Biology Module 2 – Foundations in Biology Module 3 – Exchange and transport Module 4 – Biodiversity, evolution and disease Module 5 – Communication, homeostasis and energy Module 6 – Genetics, evolution and ecosystems The practical qualification is either a pass or fail based upon 12 in-class assessments and will be provided separate to the overall exam grade.

What you need to get on

Grade 6-6 in GCSE Combined Science or Grade 6 in GCSE Biology Grade 5 in GCSE Mathematics (Higher Tier)

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

  • Walsall Academy

    Lichfield Road Bloxwich, Walsall, WS3 3LX

    DaytimeClassroom based
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