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Biology (GCEA)

at Newlands Girls' School, Maidenhead · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsGCE A level22 monthsFull time

What the college says

What will I learn on this course? In Year 12 you will study topics such as the chemistry of biological molecules, cell structure, how substances are moved between cells and around organisms, as well as how DNA works. In Year 13 you will study topics such as how energy is transferred between organisms, the biochemistry or respiration and photosynthesis, how organisms maintain homeostasis as well as inheritance. In addition you will complete 12 assessed practicals, on which questions will be asked in the examinations at the end of each year. You will develop many transferrable skills such as analysis and forming evidence based conclusions

What you need to get on

Course requirements: You need to have achieved a minimum of grade 7 in Double Science GCSE, including 7 7 grades in your Biology modules, or a minimum of grade 7 in Biology GCSE to be considered for this course. You should have good literacy and numeracy skills as these are crucial to success in Biology. This would be at least a grade 5 in GCSE English Language and Mathematics, although above grade 6 is preferable

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

  • Newlands Girls' School

    Farm Road, Maidenhead, SL6 5JB

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 4 September 2026 · Maidenhead

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