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Biology

at Heanor Gate Spencer Academy, Heanor · school or sixth form

Ofsted rated their sixth form provisionOutstanding2023see the detail

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

You will develop your knowledge and understanding of different areas of biology and how they relate to each other. You will explore the mechanics of life and biological systems as well as the interactions of living organisms within their environment. The course uses a context led approach which means that all aspects of the syllabus are related to real-life situations to help with understanding the content. This will include 18 core practical experiments which will enable you to develop your practical skills in line with university requirements.

What you need to get on

5 GCSE grades 9-5, including English and Mathematics and a grade 6 in Combined Science or 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

  • Heanor Gate Spencer Academy

    Kirkley Drive, Heanor, DE75 7RA

    DaytimeClassroom based
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