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