Full-Time A2 Biology or A2 Human Biology

A Level

In Rhondda Cynon Taff

Price on request

Description

  • Type

    A Level

  • Location

    Rhondda cynon taff (Wales)

  • Duration

    1 Year

This is a 1-year course leading to a full A-level qualification, following the appropriate AS programme. It can also contribute to a full A-level in one year if the requisite AS programme is studied at the same time. It is made up of three units, including a synoptic element.

Important information

Government funding available

Facilities

Location

Start date

Rhondda Cynon Taff
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Rhydyfelin, CF37 5RN

Start date

On request

About this course

To have successfully achieved the requisite AS qualification, or, as for the AS programme if the full A-level is to be attempted in one year

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Course programme

A2 Biology or A2 Human BiologyCourse Outline
This is a 1-year course leading to a full A-level qualification, following the appropriate AS programme. It can also contribute to a full A-level in one year if the requisite AS programme is studied at the same time. It is made up of three units, including a synoptic element.

Entry requirements
To have successfully achieved the requisite AS qualification, or, as for the AS programme if the full A-level is to be attempted in one year

What will I study?
Unit 4: This unit has a core section covering respiration and co-ordination. In addition, one of the optional topics will be studied. These are Microbiology and Biotechnology; Food and Nutrition or Human Health and Fitness. Unit5: This unit covers the topics of Genetics, Evolution and Biodiversity. Unit 6: This is the practical and synoptic assessment.

How will I be assessed?
There will be a 1hr 30min examination for each of Units 4 and 5. Unit 6 will have two examinations, one in place of a practical assessment, 1hr 20min, and the synoptic paper, 1hr 10min.

Career Opportunities & Progression
The full A-level is accepted by Higher Education for entry to HND or degree level work. Employers also welcome this qualification.

Length
1 year

Attendance
Full-Time/Part-Time

Campus
Pontypridd

Full-Time A2 Biology or A2 Human Biology

Price on request