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Biology A Level

at WAINGELS, Reading · other provider

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

A Level Biology explores the science of living things to develop a deeper understanding of scientific method, problem solving, practical skills and socially relevant content. Students who take A Level Biology can go on to study Veterinary Science, Medicine, Optometry, Psychology, Nursing, Dentistry, Pharmacy, Physiotherapy, Sports Science, Microbiology, Forensic Science, Biophysics, Genetics, Neuroscience, Botany, Zoology, Ecology and Environmental Science and of course, Biology.

What you need to get on

Standard entry requirements: Maths and English Language at a grade 4. Based on Attainment 8 scores we will offer the following pathways: Vocational Pathway (selecting only Vocational Courses): 40, Combination Pathway (selecting a mixture of A Level and Vocational): 45, A Level Pathway (selecting only A Levels): 50. Subject specific requirements: A grade 6 in Maths and English plus 6-6 in Combined Science, or grade 6 in Biology and Chemistry

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

  • Waingels College

    Waingels College Waingels Road, Reading, RG5 4RF

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Reading

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