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OCR AAQ Extended Certificate Human Biology

at Carmel College, St. Helens · college

Level 3Applied and BTECAlternative Academic Qualification2 yearsFull time

What the college says

The OCR AAQ Extended Certificate Human Biology is a Level 3 course leading to a qualification equivalent to 1 A Level. By studying Human Biology you will learn how to carry out your own investigations using a variety of tests and techniques essential to laboratory practice. You will complete a range of written reports, projects, practical assessments and presentations.

What you need to get on

Students should be aged 16 to 18 years old. You will need grade 44 in Combined Science or 2 grade 4s in separate Sciences (one of which should be Biology), along with grade 4 in both GCSE English and GCSE Maths.

How you are assessed

One subject in depth, assessed largely through coursework and projects.

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

  • CARMEL COLLEGE

    Prescot Road, ST. HELENS, WA10 3AG

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · ST. HELENS

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