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Biology

at Magna Academy, Poole · school or sixth form

Ofsted rated their sixth form provisionOutstanding2023see the detail

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull time

What the college says

The course sees students developing knowledge and understanding of biological concepts, principles and facts. The aims of the course are to encourage students to: Develop their interest and enthusiasm for Biology, including developing an interest in further study and careers in Biology. Appreciate how society makes decisions about scientific issues and how the sciences contribute to the success of the economy and society. Develop and demonstrate a deeper appreciation of the skills, knowledge and understanding of How Science Works. Develop essential knowledge and understanding in different areas of Biology and how they relate to each other. Develop competence and confidence in a variety of practical, mathematical and problem solving skills.

What you need to get on

5 x GCSE Grades 9-5 (Including Grade 6 in both Maths and English and 6-6 in Science or 6 in Biology)

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

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