Biology
EXAMINATION BOARD: EDEXCEL BIOLOGY
AS
CONTENT
Unit 1: Lifestyle, Transport, Genes and Health
Unit
2: Development, Plants and the Environment
Unit 3: Practical
Biology and research Skills
A2 CONTENT
Unit
4: The Natural Environment and species survival
Unit 5: Energy,
exercise and coordination
Unit 6: Practical biology and
investigative skills.
Biology is the study of life. At Holland
Park, students study the many concepts contained within this definition,
including anatomy, physiology, botany, microbiology, biochemistry and
biotechnology. We aim to enable students to develop an empathy with the
environment we live in and to recognise the value of and responsible use
of Biology in society. The course enables students to develop skills in
experimental techniques including design, observation, handling and
evaluating skills, logical thinking and written and oral expression. The
practical element of the course involves a range of different
biological techniques such as microscopy, biochemical testing,
chromatography and other laboratory skills. Practical elements are
incorporated into the course at all available opportunities. At A2
students also study ecology, neuroscience and plant biology.
This
may be a valuable course for you if you are interested in reading any
of the following at University:
Biology, Medicine,
Veterinary Science, Dentistry, Nursing, Physiotherapy, Biotechnology,
Horticulture, Agriculture.
Entry Requirements:
- GCSE Core Science – A*/A
- GCSE Additional Science – A*/A
Other GCSEs that would assist progression:
- English A/B
- Mathematics – A/B
