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Biology A

at Eaton Bank Academy, Congleton · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsGCE A level18 monthsFull timeFree

What the college says

Biology A is split into six modules. These combined with the Practical Endorsement, constitutes the full A Level. The modules can be summarised as: Module 1: Development of practical skills – this module underpins the whole of the specification, and covers the practical skills that students should develop throughout the course. The practical skills are assessed through the written exam and by a Practical Endorsement. Module 2: Foundations in Biology – covering cell structure; biological molecules; nucleotides and nucleic acids; enzymes; biological membranes; cell division, diversity and organisation. Module 3: Exchange and transport includes exchange surfaces and transport in plants and in animals. Module 4: Biodiversity, evolution and disease includes: Communicable disease; disease prevention and immunity; biodiversity; classification and evolution. Module 5: Communications, homeostasis and energy – includes: Communication and homeostasis; excretion as an example of homeostatic control; neuronal communication; hormonal communication; plant and animal responses; photosynthesis and respiration. Module 6: Genetics, evolution and ecosystems includes: Cellular control; patterns of inheritance; manipulating genomes; cloning and biotechnology; ecosystems; populations and sustainability. We expect you to learn to work things out for yourself using the skills you develop so you are equipped to become a lifelong learner. We want you to enjoy your Biology lessons too so the task of lea

What you need to get on

We would expect you to have gained at least Grade 5 in your Science GCSEs You also need to have gained at least a Grade 5 in GCSE Maths.

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

  • Eaton Bank Academy

    Jackson Road, CONGLETON, CW12 1NT

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · CONGLETON

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