GCSE Biology
The programme of study looks at Life processes and living things, with special emphasis on human functioning. Coursework assessments are also part of the course, dealing with various aspects of scientific enquiry.
Course content
- Cell activity
- Variation
- Inheritance and evolution
- Reproduction
- Circulation
- Environmental issues
- Human evolution
- Reproduction
Entry Requirements
The minimum entry requirements for the GCSE course is normally two GCSEs at grade C and some other national curriculum subjects at grade D.
Delivery & Assessment methods
Three written papers each worth 25% and taking 45 minutes each. These exams will be taken in January, March and May. There will also be a centre assessed…
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The programme of study looks at Life processes and living things, with special emphasis on human functioning. Coursework assessments are also part of the course, dealing with various aspects of scientific enquiry.
Course content
- Cell activity
- Variation
- Inheritance and evolution
- Reproduction
- Circulation
- Environmental issues
- Human evolution
- Reproduction
Entry Requirements
The minimum entry requirements for the GCSE course is normally two GCSEs at grade C and some other national curriculum subjects at grade D.
Delivery & Assessment methods
Three written papers each worth 25% and taking 45 minutes each. These exams will be taken in January, March and May. There will also be a centre assessed unit covering Investigative and Practical skills which is worth 25 %
Progression
Students can progress onto BTEC Level 3 qualifications, such as National Certificate in Forensic Science. Students obtaining a grade B and above along with an average GCSE point score of 5.6 can progress on to AS Level Biology.
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