A Level Biology

The study of life itself, A level Biology explores the theories and principles involved in living systems, in all their intricate beauty. Topics you will learn about include: lifestyle, transport, genes and health, development, plants and the environment, the natural environment and species survival, energy, exercise and co-ordination, as well as practical biology and research skills. By the end of the course you will know about the principles of genetics, molecules, taxonomy, natural selection, evolutionary theory, global warming, bacteria and viruses, and more

Entry Requirements: GCSE grade 5 across subjects including English and Maths. GCSE grade 6 in triple or double science. You must be prepared for background reading and consolidation.

​​​​​​​Specification: https://www.ocr.org.uk/qualifications/as-and-a-level/biology-a-h020-h420-from-2015/

Below are additional resources and a transition task to help prepare you for A level Biology at Cowes Sixth Form.

Further reading- Head Start- Biology - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Head-Start-level-Biology-Level/dp/1782942793/ref=sr_1_1?crid=6DCWN8SFC47P&keywords=Head+Start+to+A-Level+biology&qid=1657804265&s=books&sprefix=head+start+to+a-level+biology%2Cstripbooks%2C67&sr=1-1