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Biology AS Level

at Joseph Chamberlain Sixth Form College, Birmingham · sixth form college

Level 3A levelsGCE AS level39 weeksFull time

What the college says

The first year is the AS course and covers cell structure cellular organisation transport biochemistry health biodiversity classification and evolution. The 2nd year completes the 'A' level with topics such as communication respiration photosynthesis excretion biotechnology ecosystems and response. Hours of Lessons per Week : 4.3 Indicative Group Size : 20

What you need to get on

Students should have GCSE Core Science & Additional Science at grade BB (or Biology at grade B) in addition to four other full GCSEs at grade C including English Language and Mathematics. Applied Science is not a suitable qualification with which to start this course.

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

  • Joseph Chamberlain Main Site

    Joseph Chamberlain College 1 Belgrave Road, Birmingham, B12 9FF

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Birmingham

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