GCE A Level in Biology
at Wellsway School, Bristol · school or sixth form
What the college says
Biology is the study of life, from the single cell to the evolution and distribution of all living organisms including you. This course gives you a broad and comprehensive knowledge of biological processes, advancements and ethics. You develop practical skills with unfamiliar equipment and processes such as stage micrometers and colorimeters and with this, enhance your analysis and evaluation skills. These competences will place you in a strong position for both scientific and non-scientific career paths.
What you need to get on
4- 5 GCSEs at grade C or above, including English plus 6-6 in combined science or 6 in Biology and 5 in maths
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
Chandag Road
Keynsham, Bristol, BS31 1PH
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Start dates
- 3 September 2026 · Bristol
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