Biology A Level

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Course Content: 1. Biological molecules 2. Cells 3. Organisms exchange substances with their environment 4. Genetic information, variation and relationships between organisms 5. Energy transfers in and between organisms 6. Organisms respond to changes in their internal and external environments 7. Genetics, populations, evolution and ecosystems 8. The control of gene expression Twelve required practical tasks will be completed during the A-level course (six in the AS/ first year of A-level and six in the second year of A-level). These practical skills are taken from across fields of biology and include enzymology, microscopy, cell biology, dissection, aseptic technique (microbiology) and using calibration curves.

Course information

Name: Biology A Level Qualification title: GCE A Level in Biology Qualification type: GCE A/AS Level or equivalent Assessment Paper 1: Topics 1-4 and relevant practical skills Written Examination 35% Paper 2: Topics 1-4 and relevant practical skills Written Examination 35% Paper 3: Topics 5-8 and relevant practical skills Written Examination 30% Awarding Assessment & Qualifications Alliance Created 20151005 09:34:50 Updated 20151005 09:34:50

Entry requirements

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Provider

Southend High School for Boys
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Address

Prittlewell Chase Town: Westcliff-On-Sea County:Essex

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