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GCE A Level in Biology

at Poynton High School · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsGCE A level24 monthsFull timeFree

What the college says

There are 8 topics which cover the full A level specification. 1. Biological molecules 2. Cells 3. Organisms exchange substances with their environment 4. Genetic information, variation and relationships between organisms 5. Energy transfers in and between organisms 6. Organisms respond to changes in their internal and external environments 7. Genetics, populations, evolution and ecosystems 8. The control of gene expression There is no coursework examination for this qualification though key practical activities will be embedded within lessons throughout the course. Students will receive a practical endorsement if they complete all required practicals to a high standard. Structured questions will appear in the examinations testing practical skills. 10% of all examination questions will test student mathematical skills.

What you need to get on

5 grade 4 or above at GCSE which must include grade 6/6 in the Science Dual Certificate or a grade 6 in this subject plus a grade 6 in at least one other science.

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

  • Poynton High School

    Yew Tree Lane Poynton, Stockport, SK12 1PU

    DaytimeClassroom based
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