Biology A Level
Start Date: 2nd September 2024
- Length 2 Years
- Study Full Time
- Location West Lancashire College
More about the course
A Level Biology gives you the opportunity to study a range of topics, such as populations and environmental biology and mechanisms used to control processes in cells and organisms. Many students who enjoy and successfully complete this subject progress onto a range of degree courses, including medicine, dentistry, veterinary science, biochemistry and biological sciences.
Entry requirements
- 5 GCSEs at Grade 5 and above, including English and Maths
- Double Award GCSE Science - Grade 6/6
- Triple Award Science - 5 in Biology, 5 in Chemistry and Physics
What will I achieve?
If you successfully complete this course, you will receive an A Level in Biology
What will I learn?
- Biological Molecules
- Cells
- Organisms exchange substances with their environment
- Genetic information, variation and relationships between organisms
- Energy transfers in and between organisms
- Organisms respond to changes in their internal and external environments
- Genetics, populations, evolution and ecosystems
- The control of gene expression
How will I be assessed?
- Assessments
- Small topic tests
- Larger progress tests
- Homework
- 3 exams
Where can I progress?
A Level Biology allows progression to many science degrees and a wide range of future careers
Course costs
If you are 16-18 years old, you do not have to pay course tuition fees.
If you need information on any financial support that may be available to you with fees or study costs on this course, please contact Student Services who can offer advice and assistance on accessing any financial support that may be available.
Exam and registration fees will be paid by the college. This is subject to satisfactory attendance and course completion
Contact our team
Meet our students and tutors
Andy Higham
Chemistry LecturerI started teaching chemistry in 2004 and I have worked at West Lancashire College since November 2021. I enjoy teaching to all the students in my classes, helping them to achieve outstanding success. Chemistry is a subject that can develop the student in many more ways than simply subject knowledge and it is a pleasure to see all my students fulfil their undoubted potential during the course. I have enjoyed success in many different roles in education, including pastoral leadership, head of department, head of faculty, as well as teaching and learning coaching. During this time, I have been lucky to work with some fantastic educators and truly inspirational people. I aim to use my years of experience in industry and education, in every chemistry lesson, to enthuse and motivate the students at West Lancashire College.
Leonie Darby
Head of A LevelsI am Head of A Levels, with particular responsibility for the School of Science and School of Medicine. As an experienced A Level Biology teacher, my passion lies in enabling all students to develop an appreciation for science and ultimately facilitate a student reaching their career aspiration having had the very best teaching and learning experience we can provide. I am very proud to lead a small but highly effective team. We work collaboratively to ensure that students leave us having reached their full potential and begin the next stage of their career with the very best life chances, whether that is going to medical school, science degree or apprenticeship. I am particularly proud of the level of support and how we actively remove barriers to learning and therefore success.
Lis Voges
Psychology LecturerMy degree covered criminological and social aspects of psychology; social influence absolutely fascinates me! I come from a family where one of my parents was a clinical psychologist, so this language and this paradigm has always been part of my life and I love it. I have been at West Lancashire College since September 2022 and I truly have the best job in the world; teaching and learning with clever, motivated and interesting people every day who fill my head with fascinating and bonkers facts in each lesson before they go out into the world with their qualifications to make a valuable contribution to society.
Elizabeth
School of Medicine StudentMy experience at West Lancashire College has been very positive, especially with helping me gain my work experience placement in a dental practice. I shadowed both the dentist and the hygienist, in which I was taught to chart and also made my own impressions and fillings.
Rajdeep
School of Medicine StudentStaff are more than welcome to aid you in your studies, but also provide exceptional resources to boost your understanding of what being a medical professional entails. All tutors give helpful insights on UCAS applications and what to expect with medical aptitude assessments too.
Harvey
School of MedicineStudying at West Lancs has made me realise how much easier and exciting learning becomes when your teachers clearly care so much about both the subject and each individual student. The teaching is diligent and seeking individual support is very easy and helpful. I would recommend the programme to anyone wishing to progress to a career in medicine.
Alexandra
School of MedicineThe small class sizes are really helpful as they ensure you get help if you need it. All the staff are really friendly and welcoming, and the financial support West Lancs provides is excellent.
Naveen
School of MedicineThe increased contact time with the staff alongside the small class sizes allow students to excel.
Ellemay
School of MedicineWe have had lots of guest speakers who have talked about several subjects, this enables us to seek the ideal career path and find new interests.
Zainab
School of MedicineThe small class sizes allow for more student-teacher contact, we also have dedicated study sessions for further support.
Gemma
School of MedicineThe many extra curricular activities that are offered over the two-year programme is outstanding! The work experience element has allowed us to gain an insight into the lives of health workers.
Grace
School of MedicineAs part of our extra curricular activity I particularly enjoyed attending the Edge Hill University Medical Day. We took part in a patient simulation activity which gave us a real insight into the day in the life of a Doctor. We also looked at preparation for surgery and how not to break the sterile field.
What can I do with a qualification in Science and Medicine?
Careers for this subject will be updated soon.
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