GCE A Level in Biology
at Brompton Academy, Gillingham · school or sixth form
What the college says
Students will study Biology in a modern context, where they will develop a greater appreciation for its importance in the wider world. There will be numerous opportunities to use practical experiences to link theory to reality, and develop students' practical skills. There are eight mandatory units: Biological molecules; Cells; Organisms exchange substances with their environment; Genetic information, variation and relationships between organisms; Organisms respond to changes in internal and external environments; Genetics, populations, evolution and ecosystems; The control of gene expression.
What you need to get on
Grade 9-5 (A*-C) in five GCSEs with a minimumGrade 6 in both English and Mathematics.Plus, Grade 6?s in GCSE Double Science,Triple Science or GCSE 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
Brompton Academy
Marlborough Road, Gillingham, ME7 5HT
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Start dates
- 1 September 2026 · Gillingham
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