Welcome to our webinar on A-level Biology.
Biology
A-level Biology Webinar
A-level Biology
Exam Board: Edexcel Salters-Nuffield (Biology A)
Introduction:
This course is ideal for you if you are interested in how different areas of Biology can relate to each other to build a better understanding of the world around us. Salters Nuffield provides you with a stimulating and challenging course that links the underlying concepts with student experience and cutting edge biology.
The topics include:
- Lifestyle, Health and Risk 6. Immunity, Infection and Forensics
- Genes and Health 7. Run for your Life (exercise physiology)
- Voice of the Genome 8. Grey Matter ( neurobiology)
- Biodiversity and Natural Resources
- On the Wild Side
Where does it Lead to?
Undertaking this course and gaining a qualification in Biology enables you to apply for a variety of Biological Science based degrees at Higher Education Institutions. Biology A-level provides a fantastic scaffold for vocational pathways such as Medicine, Dentistry, Veterinary Sciences, Dieticians, Nursing and Pharmacology. It also provides a pathway into degrees such as Biomedical Sciences, Sports Sciences, Forensic Science and more.
Course Detail:
This is a two year linear course. Students will sit their examinations at the end of the second year.
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A Level Modules: 2nd Year of Study |
Assessment |
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Paper 1 Topics 1-6 |
● 33.33% of A Level ● 2 hours of written examination ● 100 marks that consist of short-open, multiple choice, calculations and extended writing questions |
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Paper 2 Topics 1-4 & 7-8 |
● 33.33% of A Level ● 2 hours of written examination ● 100 marks that consist of short-open, multiple choice, calculations and extended writing questions |
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Paper 3 Pre-release article and synoptic |
● 33.33% of A Level ● 2 hours of written examination ● 100 marks that consist of short-open, multiple choice, calculations and extended writing questions |
Key Contact: Curriculum Leader - Mrs Qayyum (aqa@slougheton.com)