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Biology

at The Cotswold Academy, Cheltenham · school or sixth form

Ofsted rated their sixth form provisionOutstanding2025see the detail

Level 3A levelsGCE A level18 monthsFull timeFree

What the college says

Biology students need an enthusiastic curiosity for the amazing living world in which we live. From the fascinating molecular dynamics of the cell to the impact we humans have upon our ecosystems: this is a challenging and fascinating course.A Level Biology is a rigorous course. Diligence, commitment, sound organisation and time management skills are all required. Teaching aims to be fun and engaging and to accommodate a variety of learning styles such as modelling, student-led lessons, practical and lecture. A willingness to work well with others is essential. Biologists need to be able to communicate their ideas and present, at times, to the rest of the class. A significant component of the course is mathematical. Course content: Year 1 of A Level and AS course Module 1: Development of practical skills in Biology ? Planning, implementing, analysis and evaluation Module 2: Foundations in Biology ? Cell structure, biological molecules, cell division and cell diversityModule 3: Exchange and transport ? Exchange surfaces, transport in animals, transport in plantsModule 4: Biodiversity, evolution and disease ? Diseases, immunity, biodiversity, classification and immunity Year 2 of A Level Module 5: Communication, homeostasis and energy ? Excretion, neuronal communication, hormonal communication, plants and animal responses, photosynthesis and respirationModule 6: Genetics, evolution and ecosystems ? Cellular control, patterns of inheritance, manipulating genomes, cloning and bio

What you need to get on

Grades 6-6 in GCSE Combined Science or grade 6 in GCSE Biology. Grade 6 in GCSE Mathematics is also required.

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

  • The Cotswold School

    The Avenue Bourton-On-The-Water, Cheltenham, GL54 2BD

    DaytimeClassroom based
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