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Biology

at Aldridge School - A Science College, Walsall · college

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

By studying A level Biology you will learn to understand the living world, which you are a part of and play a pivotal role in. You will be able to explain how plants use sunlight in the process of photosynthesis, how a zygote develops into a complete functioning organism and how proteins are made and function in our cells. The course is enjoyable and motivational, and improves performance through skill based learning and building on GCSE knowledge.

What you need to get on

Pathway 1 APS: - 6.0 or higher (A*/A and B grades) Choice: - 3 A Levels over 2 years Maths and English Language: - Maths or English Language obtained at B grade or higher with at least a C grade in the other. Pathway 2 APS: - 5.9 – 5.0 (B and C grades) Choice: - Mixture of A Levels and Vocational Qualifications over 2 Years. Maths and English Language: - C grade or above in one and at least a D in the other. You must retake GCSE English Language or Maths where a grade C or above is not achieved. Pathway 3 APS: - 4.9 – 4.0 (C and D grades) Choice: - A choice of three Level 2 qualifications over 1 year. Maths and English Language: - At least a D grade in both English Language and Maths. You must retake GCSE English Language and Maths. However some courses such as Maths, Physics, Chemistry and Biology are considered to be among the most challenging on offer. If you are considering choosing

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

Start dates

  • 2 September 2026 · Walsall

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