Biology

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COURSE OVERVIEW

This course is ideal for those who have a passion for human and plant biology.

It provides a background from which to study essential biological concepts and shows students how to reach an informed viewpoint on current scientific issues.

Studying biology is so valuable. Any newspaper or television programme may well contain references to GM foods, the latest hopes in medicine for cancer and AIDS, or saving a rare species. Biology is fundamental to all of these.

Assessment structure

This is a two-year linear A-Level Course.

Theme 1: Development of practical skills (for which a practical endorsement is awarded)

Theme 2: Foundations in biology; cell structure, biological molecules, enzymes, cell division

Theme 3: Exchange and transport; exchange surfaces, transport in animals and plants

Theme 4: Biodiversity, evolution and disease; disease prevention, immune system, biodiversity

Theme 5: Communications, homeostasis and energy; homeostasis, hormones, nervous system, photosynthesis, respiration

Theme 6: Genetics, evolution and ecosystems; cellular control, inheritance, cloning, ecosystems and populations

What can pupils’ study next?

Biology students at BCS have gone on to study Forensic science, Marine biology, Biochemistry, Medicine, Nursing and Physiotherapy.

Employers value scientific qualifications highly. Possible areas include research organisations; pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies; hospitals; charities; scientific and technical institutes; museums and broadcast companies.

Who can I contact for further information?

Emma Gates – Head of Science: emma.gates@bcschool.co.uk