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Biology

at Christ'S College Finchley, London · college

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

Who is it for? Biology is the study of living things, how they function and inter-relate. It is a very strong academic subject, and A level Biology forms the foundations for arguably the most diverse areas of study in modern science. A full list of these is not possible here, but would include: The medical sciences such as Medicine, Dentistry, and Veterinary Surgery, Physiotherapy; Those biological sciences which can be applied in industry (particularly food and drug development), such as Microbiology, Biotechnology, Pharmacy; Those related to Ecology and Earth Sciences; Biological studies – botany, zoology. Where does it lead? We recommend that you search under ‘Biological Sciences’ to discover the huge number of courses available at degree level, from Genetics to Biological Engineering to Sports Science. Biology is a rigorous subject and consequently successful candidates find that it is a very attractive A level to offer for university entrance. After degree, it can lead to an academic career, (PhD), industry, vocational careers (medicine), or non-science related professions, seeking people who have shown that they can qualify in a rigorous subject e.g. the City. What will I study? The course at CCF follows the new AQA Biology Specification (7401/7402), in which there are 8 units: 4 at AS and 4 at A level Year 1 1. Biological molecules 2. Cells 3. Organisms exchange substances with their environment 4. Genetic information, variation and relationships between organisms Year

What you need to get on

GCSE Biology Grade 6 OR Dual Science Grade 66; GCSE English Grade 5; GCSE Maths Grade 5

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

  • Christ's College Finchley

    East End Road, London, N2 0SE

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · London

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