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Biology GCE A Level Yr 1

at Vision West Nottinghamshire College, Mansfield · college

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull time

What the college says

This course can be studied alongside 2 A Levels or 1 A Level and 1 vocational course (as part of our 2+1 offer). Understanding biology is the key to understanding the development of life. Finding cures for diseases, tackling environmental issues and solving crimes through forensics are just some of the important roles a biologist can play in societv

What you need to get on

GCSE English Language and GCSE Maths grade 5-9 GCSE Double Science grades 6/6 plus another GCSE grade 4-9 OR GCSE Triple Science grade 6/5/5 with 6 in Biology An overall average of a grade 4*. *To work out your grade average, add all of your grades together and divide by the number of GCSEs you've taken.

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

  • Mansfield and Ashfield Sixth Form College

    VISION WEST NOTTINGHAMSHIRE COLLEGE CHESTERFIELD ROAD SOUTH, MANSFIELD, NG19 7BB

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · MANSFIELD

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