Biology AS/A2
A Level
In Brockley
Description
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Type
A Level
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Location
Brockley
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Duration
2 Years
Biology is the study of all living organisms - both animals and plants. It is a subject that can provide you with great enjoyment and respect for all things living. The course develops topics you may have already studied and introduces you to some of the exciting areas of Biology in the contemporary world.
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Government funding available
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About this course
AS Level: Five GCSEs at grades A* - C (including Mathematics, English Language and a Science subject)
A2 Level: AS Level at grade E or above.
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Course programme
Biology is the study of all living organisms - both animals and plants. It is a subject that can provide you with great enjoyment and respect for all things living. The course develops topics you may have already studied and introduces you to some of the exciting areas of Biology in the contemporary world
What will I be doing?
Year 1 - AS Level
Unit 1: Cells, Exchange & Transport
Unit 2: Molecules, Biodiversity, Food and Health
Unit 3: Practical Skills in Biology 1
Year 2 - A2 Level
Unit 4: Communication, Homeostasis & Energy
Unit 5: Controls, Genomes and Environment
Unit 6: Practical Skills in Biology 2
How will I be assessed?
Coursework and external examination
Where do I go from here?
Progression to university degrees in healthcare, drug development, health & safety, environmental protection, teaching and other related areas.
Direct entry into employment within industry in a variety of careers.
Course Duration
AS Level - 1 Year
AS & A2 Levels - 2 Years
Biology AS/A2