Biology GCSE
at Vision West Nottinghamshire College, Mansfield · college
What the college says
This course is suitable for those who need a pass in a science GCSE in order to go onto further study, e.g. a teacher training course. Consequentially, the course will focus on foundation tier topics in order to achieve a pass (grade 4 or 5), though students can study the higher tier topics independently in order to aim for a higher grade.
What you need to get on
This course is for learners aged 19+ only Acceptance on the course will be conditional upon sitting a short entry assessment. This will assess your knowledge of cell structure and interpreting data tables of biological information.
How you are assessed
Entry level and Level 1 study, English and maths retakes, and supported programmes.
What this level means
The GCSE-equivalent step, and the usual route into Level 3.
Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?
The provider describes this as being for learners aged 19 and over.
Where it runs
Derby Road
West Nottinghamshire College Derby Road, Mansfield, NG18 5BH
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Start dates
- 1 September 2026 · Mansfield
Who else teaches this exact qualification
Same qualification, different college. Entry requirements and how it is taught can differ a lot between them, which is the whole reason to compare.
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