A' Level Biology New Specification
Online Course (AQA)
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Summary
- Exam(s) / assessment(s) not included in price, and must be purchased separately
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Overview
This A' Level Biology Course is ideal for anyone wishing to gain a knowledge and understanding of this subject or for anyone who wishes to study at a higher level at University and gain UCAS points. You will also find this course extremely valuable if you are looking for a progression route for further training whilst employed.
Description
On this course you will studythe following core content:
- Biological molecules
- Cells
- Organisms exchange substances with their environment
- Genetic information, variation and relationships between organisms
- Energy transfers in and between organisms
- Organisms respond to changes in their internal and external environments
- Genetics, populations, evolution and ecosystems
- The control of gene expression
AS Level
Paper 1 will cover content from topics 1-4
Paper 2 will cover content from topics 1-4
Assessment of practical skills in this AS specification will be by written exams only.
A' Level
Paper 1 will cover content from topics 1-4
Paper 2 will cover content from topics 5-8
Paper 3 will cover content from topics 1-8
Practical assessments have been divided into those that can be assessed in written exams and those that can only be directly assessed whilst students are carrying out experiments.
A-level grades will be based only on marks from written exams.
A separate endorsement of practical skills will be taken alongside the A-level. This will be assessed by teachers and will be based on direct observation of students’ competency in a range of skills that are not assessable in written exams.
This A' Level specification will be available for first teaching from September 2015
Requirements
It is recommended that students should be educated to GCSE Grade C or equivalent and have a reasonable standard of literacy. You have the freedom to start the course at any time and continue your studies at your own pace for a period of up to 24 months from initial registration with the full support of your Tutor.
Questions and answers
Hi, I was wondering where the exam centres are based and how much they cost? Thanks
Answer:Hi Kelly, Please could you let us know where you are based.
This was helpful.Hello, Do your prices for this course include exams? How are the exams carried out? Thanks, Elaine
Answer:Hi Elaine Thank you for your enquiry. Your enrolment fee does not include the cost of your exams and you will be required to sit these at an approved centre. We will provide you with details of these. Kind regards Student Support
This was helpful.Would this course be suitable for a Biology teacher wishing to refresh their Biology knowledge with the help of a tutor?
Answer:Hi Thank you for your email. Are you working as a Biology Tutor at the moment or have you been out of the education system for a while? We look forward to hearing from you. Kind regards Student Support
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What is a ‘regulated qualification’?
A regulated qualification is delivered by a learning institution which is regulated by a government body. In England, the government body which regulates courses is Ofqual. Ofqual regulated qualifications sit on the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF), which can help students understand how different qualifications in different fields compare to each other. The framework also helps students to understand what qualifications they need to progress towards a higher learning goal, such as a university degree or equivalent higher education award.
What is an ‘endorsed’ course?
An endorsed course is a skills based course which has been checked over and approved by an independent awarding body. Endorsed courses are not regulated so do not result in a qualification - however, the student can usually purchase a certificate showing the awarding body’s logo if they wish. Certain awarding bodies - such as Quality Licence Scheme and TQUK - have developed endorsement schemes as a way to help students select the best skills based courses for them.
