AS/A2 in Human Biology

Duration:1 Year Fee: Under 24 year old :
Full-Time courses for 16-18 School Leavers are Free.

If you are studying at Level 1 or 2 AND you meet the Eligible Benefit criteria tuition fees will be waived. (Registration Fees will still apply). If you are studying at Level 3 AND you meet the Eligible Benefit criteria AND are aged between 19 and 23, tuition fees will be waived. Tuition fees will not be waived for students aged over 23 studying a Level 3 or higher course, however these students may qualify for a 24+ Advanced Learning Loan.
Course Content: During the course you will learn about the human body, the diseases which affect us and the factors which lead to good or bad health. By the end of the course you will be in a better position to assess health information too.

Throughout the AS year of this course you will cove subjects including: the body and its diseases; Humans - their origins and adaptations; and investigative and practical skills.

Throughout the A2 year of this course you will cover: bodies and cells, in and out of control; the air we breathe, the water we drink, the food we eat and a more in-depth look into investigative and practical skills. Entry Qualification: A minimum of 5 GCSEs including Maths, English and Double Science at C or above. Special Features: Human biology uses examples from the UK and Europe to explain why organisms, especially humans have the structure found in their cells and bodies and why populations behave the way they do. Good in combination, with sports sciences and if you are not doing other sciences. A demanding, rigorous, academic subject for those determined to succeed in higher education. Course Format: You will learn by taking notes, making power point presentations, creating leaflets, researching and preparing for discussions along with writing essays and answering questions and past exam questions. You will also complete practical experiments, make models and design posters.

You will be assessed by formal examination - written papers in January and June and a practical examination in April. End of topic essays, exam questions and learning checks will be used for informal assessment along with start tests and contribution in class. Progression: Students progressing at A2 Human Biology will need to achieve a minimum grade D at AS Level.

Essential for Medicine, Veterinary Science, Nursing and Physiotherapy.

Life science degree holders become some of the most highly employed post graduates.