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GCE AS Level in Biology

at Kesgrave High School, Ipswich · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsGCE AS level1 yearFull timeFree

What the college says

Biology literally means the study of life and if that’s not important, what is? Biology A-level will give you the skills to make connections and associations with all living things around you. Being such a broad topic, you’re bound to find a specific area of interest, plus it opens the door to a fantastic range of interesting careers. Biology is a practical subject and practical work is at the heart of this course. Throughout your studies you will carry out a variety of practical activities (including 12 required practicals). What will you study? AS 1. Biological molecules 2. Cells 3. Organisms exchange substances with their environment 4. Genetic information, variation and relationships between organisms

What you need to get on

6 GCSE/BTEC passes at Level 4 or above. If you would like to study Biology at A-Level it is desirable for you to achieve a Level 6 or above in Biology at GCSE. In addition, you would also need a Level 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

  • Kesgrave High School

    MAIN ROAD KESGRAVE, IPSWICH, IP5 2PB

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Start dates

  • 1 September 2027 · IPSWICH

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