GCSE Biology Full Time

Course information:
GCSE Biology Full Time

Course content:
The course consists of the study of the following themes:
THEME
A * Life processes and the organisation of living things
UNIT
1 Life systems
2 Photosynthesis
3 Homeostasis
4 Science and medicine

B * Variation and the mechanisms of inheritance and evolution
UNIT
5 Variation
6 Genetics
7 Selection and evolution

C - Populations and human influences within ecosystems
UNIT
8 Practical ecology
9 Population
10 Humans and ecosystems

D * Energy flows and cycles of matter within ecosystems
UNIT
11 Food chains and webs
12 Managing ecosystems

E * Behaviour and survival
UNIT
13 Patterns of reproduction
14 Patterns of locomotion
15 Patterns of feeding

F * Micro-organisms and food science
UNIT
16 Food and nutrition
17 Micro-organisms and their effects on human

Course structure:
This course is designed to introduce students to biological processes, using examples from the human body and everyday life. Practical work is an integral part of the course and full use will be made of the Faculty†s excellent facilities. No dissection is required. The course will provide a stimulating introduction to biology (â€OEthe science of the next century†) and can lead on to higher level work.

Assessment procedure:
Level of entry Examination Grades
Higher Tier A*, A, B, C, D
Foundation Tier C, D, E, F

Throughout the course the student will be carrying out practical work to supplement the theory and in preparation for the practical assessments. Two practical assessments will be carried out during normal class time November and in February. The highest mark for each strand will be submitted.

There are 4 different skill areas:

Planning experimental procedures
Obtaining evidence
Analysing evidence and drawing conclusions
Evaluating evidence

Entry requirements:
No prior qualifications necessary but previous study of the subject is recommended.

Qualifications achieved:
GCSE Biology

Free study and financial support:
Most full-time students do not have to pay for their course. We may also be able to help you with some of the extra costs associated with college, eg travel, childcare, equipment, books etc. In addition, if you have just left school, you may be eligible for an Educational Maintenance Allowance. Please ask us about â€-Money Matters†for more details.