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GCE A Level Biology

at St Robert of Newminster Catholic School and Sixth Form College · sixth form college

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

Vast, exciting and concerning every living thing on the planet – subjects don’t come much more fundamental than Biology. This course is all about the study of life and living organisms, including their structure, function, growth, evolution, distribution, identification and taxonomy. If you want to think big, make your mark and work at the cutting edge of Science, Biology could be for you. Biologists are making an increasing contribution to ensuring the world becomes a healthier and safer place.

What you need to get on

Five passes in GCSE at grade 4 or above. One of the five passes will include English at grade 4 or higher and 6 or higher in Biology.

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

  • ST ROBERT OF NEWMINSTER

    St. Robert of Newminster Rc Comprehensive School Biddick Lane, Washington, NE38 8AF

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 3 September 2026 · Washington

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