Biology
Biology is the scientific study of life. It is a broad subject and covers the many elements of life from molecules to animal behaviour and from DNA technology to human disease.
Biology offers students the opportunity to undertake cutting-edge biological practical work. We have invested in up-to-date equipment and we can carry out DNA fingerprinting, PCR and many more!
POSSIBLE CAREER PATHS:
- Medicine
- Dentistry
- Zoology
- Veterinary Science
- Genetics
- Biochemistry
| Year 12 Level | Year 13 A Level |
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The Year 12 course contains the following topics:
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Assessed by 3 exams of 2 hours at the end of Year 13 covering: Year 12 content plus:
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Assessment Information
- 15% of the marks in the final exams will be on skills developed in the key practical throughout the year.
- 10% of the marks in the final exams will be on mathematical skills.