AS Level Biology

Biology is the scientific study of life itself. It involves knowledge of the wide range of living things and an understanding of the life processes that they all share in common. These processes, collectively termed metabolism, enable species to survive in their environment, to reproduce and to evolve. AS Biology involves a general foundation in all these processes and includes a specialised module on Human Health and Disease. At Chichester we study the OCR syllabus. Five Reasons to Study this Course at Chichester 1. Supportive and innovative team of teachers 2. Teachers have relevant industrial as well as teaching experience 3. Regular additional booster sessions 4. Well equipped laboratories 5. regular additional activities such as science club and STEM activities What will I Study? At Chichester you will study the OCR syllabus. There are two units examined by written examinations in June: Units F211-Cells exchange and transport. This includes study of cell structure and function, the cardiovascular system nd the respiratory system in mammals as well as transport in plants; Unit F212 -Molecules, Biodiversity, Food and Health, including the study of biological molecules, the immune system and infectious and non infectious disease. There is also a practical unit (F213) examined by a set of internally assessed practicals (ISAs). How will I be Taught? By a combination of theory and practuical sessions. You will also be expected to carry out independent research and study. How will I be Assessed? By two written examinations in June and a series of internally assessed practicals throughout the year. What our students say? The biology course is interesting and fun and we cover a wide range of topics. Our teachers are always willing to help us with extra booster sessions and individual support.