In addition to traditional classroom based activities, Biology at Ossett Academy involves supported independent learning and practical hands-on experience. As one of the most popular A Level subjects in the country, Biology attracts students studying a diverse range of other courses. Many of our students choose a related degree course such as Medicine, Neuroscience or Physiotherapy. An A Level in Biology evidences sound numeracy and literacy, so previous students have also been accepted onto courses as diverse as Criminology, Accountancy and Civil Engineering. Whatever field you will eventually work in, you will find biology a very rewarding and challenging course which will develop many of the skills essential for a successful career.
Name: Biology (A2) Qualification title: GCE A Level in Biology Qualification type: GCE A/AS Level or equivalent Assessment The A-Level will be assessed at the end of the two-year course. Internal exams will be used throughout the course to assess your progress. Three written exam papers of 120 minutes each in duration. Paper 1 covers any content from topics 1 – 4, a mixture of short and long response questions, plus some extended response questions Paper 2 covers any content from topics 5 – 8, a mixture of short and long response questions, plus a comprehension question Paper 3 covers any content from topics 1 – 8, some structured questions including those on practical techniques, critical analysis of given experimental data, one essay from a choice of two titles. Students also receive a practical endorsement (pass/fail) which appears on the exam board certificate. This is assessed by your teachers, during the required practical classes. Awarding Assessment & Qualifications Alliance Created 20150924 12:12:26 Updated 20161010 12:47:17
Students are actively involved in their learning through a variety of activities including research tasks and experimentation in the field (an optional residential course runs at the end of AS year that benefits components of the A2 course). Students will be required to attend buddy sessions and mentoring sessions, as well as purchase the appropriate revision guide. The Academy will not charge for books, materials, equipment and instruction in connection with the National Curriculum or Statutory Religious Education taught at school, except where parents have indicated in advance their wish to purchase the product. Equipment required Students are actively involved in their learning through a variety of activities including research tasks and experimentation in the field (an optional residential course runs at the end of AS year that benefits components of the A2 course). Students will be required to attend buddy sessions and mentoring sessions, as well as purchase the appropriate revision guide. The Academy will not charge for books, materials, equipment and instruction in connection with the National Curriculum or Statutory Religious Education taught at school, except where parents have indicated in advance their wish to purchase the product.
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