GCE AS Level in Biology
at The Arnewood School, New Milton · school or sixth form
Ofsted rated their post-16 provisionExpected standard2026see the detail
What the college says
For students who are interested in progressing to medicine, dentistry, veterinary science, physiotherapy, occupational therapy, medical research, drug development, pharmacy and many more.
What you need to get on
A minimum of 5 GCSE passes at grade 5 and above and at least a grade 6 in GCSE Biology or in 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
The Arnewood School Sixth Form
Gore Road, New Milton, BH25 6RS
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