A-Level Biology (AQA)

Through varied and engaging learning materials, on this A-level Biology course online, you’ll study life itself, from microscopic organisms to entire food chains and ecosystems. You’ll delve into the structure of plant and animal cells in minute detail, explore evolution and natural selection, investigate the ground-breaking science of gene therapy, and much more.

Studying AQA’s A-Level Biology course online through distance learning with our fun and engaging online platform is an ideal choice if you want the freedom to study in your own time and space. You’ll develop strong analytical and evaluative skills as you interpret, manipulate, and present data. It’s perfect for those wanting a career in healthcare, scientific research, or the social, environmental, and forensic science sectors, and it’ll also stand you in good stead if you plan to go to university to study science, medicine, physiotherapy, or similar.

You’ll get all this too:

• Fast Track – In a rush? You’ll have the option to complete this course within a year.
• Guaranteed Exam Venue – Finding exam spaces can be tough, so with Oxbridge you’ll get guaranteed access to our network of partnership exam centres around the UK
• Exam Pass Guarantee – We’re so confident, if you don’t pass the first time, we’ll support you to the next exam for free

There’s never been a better time to understand Biology and through an award-winning online college experience with Oxbridge, on average you’ll pass your A-level Biology course with higher grades than traditional colleges.

Study Hours

• The learning hours for this course are up to 300 hours, which is around 60 minutes per day for 15 months.

Study Method

• Study completely online using our award-winning learning platform, MyOxbridge.

Course Duration

• On average, students complete this course in 12 months, but we'll give you up to 24 months. Don’t worry if you go over the year though, we can organise an extension to your course for an additional fee, which also extends your tutor support.

Assessment

• You can enrol now for A-Level Biology examinations from Summer 2025.

  You’ll be required to complete three standard A-Level Biology written exams.

  Paper 1: 2 hours, 35% of A-Level, 91 marks.
  Paper 2: 2 hours, 35% of A-Level, 91 marks.
  Paper 3: 2 hours, 30% of A-Level, 78 marks.

  These exams contain a mixture of short and long answer questions and extended response questions.

  We provide a guaranteed exam space in one of our exam centres around the UK. (If you’re based in Northern Ireland, due to government regulations your exams must now be sat in UK)

  We also offer an exam pass guarantee. If you don’t pass the first time, we’ll support you for free, to your next exams.

  Assignments

  During your course, you’ll be required to complete various assignments. These do not contribute towards your final grade but provide you with an opportunity to submit work to your tutor for marking and feedback. This will help you to monitor your progress and will be used to produce predicted grades if needed.

  Practical endorsements

  Some students, such as those who wish to go on to study medicine at university, may need to complete a practical endorsement as part of their A-Level Biology course qualification. Check with your university if your chosen area of study requires this, and if it does, this can be arranged through our examination partners.

Additional Information

• Official Qualification Title - A-Level Biology
• Entry requirements - A GCSE or equivalent in biology (minimum grade 5-6 – the equivalent to a grade B) and chemistry (minimum grade 4 – the equivalent to a grade C) or double or triple Science (minimum grade 5-6 – the equivalent to a grade B) and maths (minimum grade 4 – the equivalent to grade C) is strongly recommended for this course.
• UCAS points - 56

A GCSE or equivalent in biology (minimum grade 5-6 – the equivalent to a grade B) and chemistry (minimum grade 4 – the equivalent to a grade C) or double or triple Science (minimum grade 5-6 – the equivalent to a grade B) and maths (minimum grade 4 – the equivalent to grade C) is strongly recommended for this course.

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