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Biology

at The Compton School, London · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsGCE A level18 monthsFull timeFree

What the college says

The A level Biology course allows students to gain an insight in the dynamic and exciting nature of Biology in the 21st Century. The course will also cover the ethical, technological and economic aspects of the subject. This course develops many of the topics you may have already studied at GCSE and introduces you to some of the exciting new areas of Biology. The course will be delivered through lectures, demonstrations, producing posters and presentations. The teaching of practical skills is integrated within the theoretical topics.

What you need to get on

At least 1 grade 7 and 1 grade 6 in Science (triple science students must have a minimum grade 6 in the subject they wish to study) To gain entry to the Sixth Form students must have a minimum point score of 5.5 or above for your best 8 GCSE subjects.

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 Compton School

    Summers Lane, London, N12 0QG

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · London

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