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GCE A Level in Biology

at Cedars Upper School, Leighton Buzzard · school or sixth form

Ofsted rated their sixth form provisionOutstanding2023see the detail

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

yDo you: • have an interest in biology, human biology, ecology, DNA technology, biotechnology, or simply what makes us “tick” • enjoy studying living things and their interactions • enjoy carrying out investigations • want to use biology to progress to further education or support other qualifications If so then studying A-level Biology is the subject for you! Biology A-level will give you the skills to make connections and associations with all living things around you. Biology literally means the study of life and if that’s not important, what is? We work in small classes learning through theoretical learning and practical experimentation. This is followed up with regular assessment to help prepare for your exams at the end of year 13. We encourage research around the subject and encourage deep thought about the relationships between quantities.

What you need to get on

GCSE Biology 6 and GCSE Maths 6 (preferred) or GCSE Combined 6-6 and GCSE Maths 6 Studying A-Level Biology requires strong analytical, evaluative and mathematical skills. On top of this you need to be confident working practically and have a good understanding of scientific method to be able to investigate how living things behave and work.

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

  • Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire

    Mentmore Road, Leighton Buzzard, LU7 2AE

    DaytimeClassroom based
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