GCE A Level in Biology
at The Green School For Girls, Isleworth · school or sixth form
What the college says
The A-level Biology course aims to develop essential knowledge and understanding of biological concepts, an understanding of scientific methods and increase awareness of advances in technology relevant to Biology. The course strives to recognise the value and responsible use of Biology in society and to address moral and ethical issues as well as the wider environmental concerns. There are four units in Year 12 and a further four units for Year 13. Practical work is an integral part of the course. Assessment includes a Practical Endorsement / Competency Report. For a comprehensive overview please see the website.
What you need to get on
Combined Science 6,6 OR separate sciences 6, 6, 5 with a 6 in Biology 6 in Maths and English
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
The Green School Sixth Form
THE GREEN SCHOOL FOR GIRLS LONDON ROAD, ISLEWORTH, TW7 5BB
DaytimeClassroom basedCheck the journey
Start dates
- 1 September 2026 · ISLEWORTH
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.
- Their version
Sheffield · Yorkshire and The Humber · 2 years
- Their version
Newquay · South West · 2 years
- Their version
Brigg · Yorkshire and The Humber · 2 years
- Their version
Dagenham · London · 2 years
- Their version
Milton Keynes · South East · 2 years
- Their version
Rotherham · Yorkshire and The Humber · 2 years
- Their version
Oakham · East Midlands · 2 years
- Their version
Trinity High School and Sixth Form Centre
Redditch · West Midlands · 9 months