GCE A Level in Biology A
at Ormiston Forge Academy, Cradley Heath · school or sixth form
What the college says
A wide range of basic biological principles are examined in both theory and practical work and presented in a context allowing a fuller understanding. • Candidates who achieve this qualification will be prepared to study any biologically based degree together with a wide range of other scientific and non-scientific degree courses. • This qualification will support candidates working towards a wide range of related and non-related careers from accountancy to zoology.
What you need to get on
Grade 6 in GCSE Biology or grade 6 in GCSE Combined Science. Grade 5 or above in GCSE 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
Ormiston Forge Academy
Wrights LAne, Cradley Heath, B64 6QU
DaytimeClassroom basedCheck the journey
Start dates
- 1 September 2026 · Cradley Heath
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
Kingsbridge · South West · 2 years
- Their version
University Centre Somerset College Group
Bridgwater · South West · 2 years
- Their version
Orpington · London · 2 years
- Their version
King Edward Vi Grammar School, Chelmsford
Chelmsford · East of England · 2 years
- Their version
High Wycombe · South East · 2 years
- Their version
Bude · South West · 2 years
- Their version
London · 2 years
- Their version
Poole · South West · 2 years