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GCE A Level in Biology

at Burnham Grammar School, Slough · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull time

What the college says

A-level Biology is a challenging, rewarding course that helps students develop skills and knowledge necessary for a successful career. Students studying Biology at this level will develop essential knowledge and understanding of different areas of the subject and how they relate to each other, develop and demonstrate a deep appreciation of the skills, knowledge and understanding of scientific methods, develop competence and confidence in a variety of practical, mathematical and problem solving skills, develop their interest in and enthusiasm for the subject and understand how society makes decisions about scientific issues and how the sciences contribute to the success of the economy and society.

What you need to get on

GCSE Biology Grade 7, GCSE Chemistry Grade 6 and GCSE Physics Grade 6

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

  • Burnham Grammar School

    Hogfair Lane, Burnham, SL1 7HG

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 3 September 2026 · Burnham

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