CCC Neale-Wade 6th Form Prospectus - Flipbook - Page 8
BIOLOGY
A LEVEL
A LEVEL
This A level allows you to immerse yourself in developing
biological knowledge and understanding of facts, concepts
and principles, together with an appreciation of your
significance in new and changing scientific situations.
Business is a dynamic subject. You will learn about the
diverse nature of business enterprise and the
interdependence of the various parts of the business world.
You will explore business success and business failure,
investigate local, national, and global business markets and
understand how businesses need to adapt and respond
strategically to the changing environment in which they
operate to survive and grow.
It will promote an appreciation of the importance of experimental
and investigatory work in the study of biology and develop an
understanding of the link between theory and experiment and of
scientific methods. It is such an exciting time to be studying A level
biology with all of the topical elements involved in Climate Change.
The course offers a broad coverage of biological processes in both
plants and animals along with detailed investigation into more
cutting-edge areas such as the use of stem cells and forensic science.
Topics covered include the natural environment and species survival,
energy, exercise and coordination and genetic technologies. There
are a series of eighteen practicals, learning new experimental
methods and techniques over the two years.
Course Specific Entry Requirements:
You will need a grade 6 in biology, or combined science at GCSE
and a grade 6 in mathematics.
Examination Board
EDEXCEL - (Cromwell)
OCR - (Neale-Wade)
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BUSINESS
Through studying business, you will develop transferable
skills which will prepare you for studying at university or
moving into the world of work. You will become skilled in
making decisions, solving problems, applying numerical skills
(including understanding finance and working with data) and
understanding the business environment. You will also develop
commercial awareness.
Studying business could lead to careers in a variety of different
industries such as human resources, finance, law, production,
distribution and marketing.
Course Specific Entry Requirements:
You will need a GCSE grade 5 in English and a grade 5
in mathematics.
Examination Board
EDUQAS
