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Welcome to Biology in the Sixth Form at CHS
Welcome to Biology in the Sixth Form at CHS
In the Sixth Form students are prepared for the AQA A Level in Biology.
Start by watching the video here to learn more about what this involves ....
'Themes' you'll study
'Themes' you'll study
Lower Sixth
Lower Sixth
Biological molecules
Cells
Organisms exchange substances with their environment
Genetic information, variation and relationships between organisms
Upper Sixth
Upper Sixth
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
Click on the link above to see examples of past A Level papers and their mark schemes.
Co-Curricular Activity, 'Insides Out' Dissection Club:
just one of the many great ways to truly get to grips with subject at CHS. Many aspiring vets and medics take part.
FAQs
FAQs
Are there any GCSE requirements?
Are there any GCSE requirements?
You will have achieved a high 7, 8, or 9 grade in GCSE Biology or Dual Award Science.
You will ideally have a 7 or higher in GCSE Mathematics.
Is there any coursework?
Is there any coursework?
No. The grade is based entirely on the results of the 3 papers which you will sit at the end of Year 13.
What is Practical Skills Endorsement?
What is Practical Skills Endorsement?
This is what you will be awarded alongside your A Level grade if you reach the required level in each area of competency for the 12 Required Practicals. You will need to achieve Practical Skills Endorsement in order to get into a good number of universities.
What other A Level subjects are recommended for Biology?
What other A Level subjects are recommended for Biology?
Experience has shown us that Students who take Biology with Maths A Level tend to perform better than those who do not, as at least 10% of the marks in Biology require the use of mathematical skills.
If you do not intend to study maths at A level, we highly recommend taking Core Maths, as experience has shown us that this helps make the maths element of the course more accessible.
Students who take Biology alongside Chemistry also tend to perform better than those who do not.
Those students who take Biology without another Science or Maths have, in our experience, performed less well than their counterparts.
"While the jump from GCSE to A Level Biology is a large one, I've found the CHS Biology department to be really supportive in helping me to achieve the best grade possible. The subject takes a lot of dedication, so if you're determined to work hard and you also have a genuine interest in the subject - Biology is a fantastic choice to study next year! "
"While the jump from GCSE to A Level Biology is a large one, I've found the CHS Biology department to be really supportive in helping me to achieve the best grade possible. The subject takes a lot of dedication, so if you're determined to work hard and you also have a genuine interest in the subject - Biology is a fantastic choice to study next year! "
Current Year 13 Biology student
The Biology Department Team.
The Biology Department Team.
Melissa Bates | Head of Biology (melissabates@chschool.co.uk)
Jonathan Hedwat
Jo Barton
Lou Tarnowski
Ros Leonard
Kathryn Bruce
Hannah Norton
If you'd like to know more about studying Biology in the Sixth Form at CHS and have any questions, just contact our Head of Department who will be happy to help.
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