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GCE A Level in Biology

at Gateway Sixth Form College · sixth form college

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

You may go on to study degree courses such as Biology, Medicine, Physiotherapy or courses in other subject areas. You could also enter into health related careers such as nursing, or a career using your scientific background such as laboratory work and teaching.

What you need to get on

5 GCSEs at Grade A*-C/9 – 5 required • Grade C (higher tier) /6 or above in Maths • Grade C/5 and above in English Language • Grade BBC/665 in three Single Sciences with a B/6 in Biology or • Grades BB/66 in Synergy or Trilogy combined Science

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

  • Gateway Sixth Form College

    Gateway College 17 Colin Grundy Drive, Leicester, LE5 1GA

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Leicester

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