AS Biology will be examined in two examinations and each will contain a variety of topics. These include cells, biological molecules, enzymes, exchange and transport, disease prevention and the immune system, biodiversity and classification. The development of practical skills in Biology plays an important role in the course. Skills of planning, implementing, analysis and evaluation will be assessed in the end of course written examinations. There is no coursework as part of the AS course. A Level Biology will be examined in three papers. This course will cover all of the topics studied at AS level. It will also include homeostasis, nervous and hormonal communication, photosynthesis, respiration, cellular control, genomes and ecosystems. As at AS level, practical skills will be developed during the course and examined in the three written papers. In addition to this, there will be a practical endorsement (pass or fail) element to the course to test students' practical competence. This will be reported separately to the final grade and will be based on performance in practical assessments throughout the two years. There is a requirement for mathematical skills to be assessed within the examination papers and therefore this course will suit those students with good mathematical ability. The course links well with Chemistry, Physics, Physical Education and Geography.
Name: Biology Qualification title: GCE A Level in Biology Qualification type: GCE A/AS Level or equivalent Assessment Awarding Assessment & Qualifications Alliance Created 20161007 07:33:20 Updated 20161007 07:33:20
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