Biology A Level

Applications Open: - 17 November 2025

Applications Close: - May 2026

Entry Requirements: - 5 GCSEs at grade 4 including English Language or Literature, and Maths. There are some further entry requirements for specific courses.

How to Apply: - Please apply via KentChoices

Open Event: - Wednesday 12th November 2025 16.30-19:30 - talks at 17.30 and 18.30pm

This course is directed at students who wish to take their study of biology to the next level. The students who take this course will achieve a better understanding of the biological processes involved in different situations within science.

A Level in Biology qualification uses a context-based approach to enable students to develop their conceptual knowledge of essential biological topics in a variety of interesting and relevant settings. It also helps students to develop relevant practical, mathematical and problem-solving skills as integrated aspects of their learning.

The topics covered in Biology are:

1 - Biological Molecules

2 - Cells

3 - Organisms exchange substances with their environment

4 - Genetic information, variation and relationships between organisms

5 - Energy Transfers Between Organisms

6 - Organisms respond to changes in their internal and external environments

7 - Genetics, populations, evolution and ecosystems

8 - The control of Gene Expression

Biology is assessed through three examination papers, Paper 1 and 2 are worth 35% and Paper 3 30% of the final grade. Assessment of practical skills is a compulsory element of Biology, practical skills will be assessed through both examination papers and observed practical activities.

Paper 1 - Topics 1-4 (2hr)

Paper 2 - Topics 5-8 (2hr)

Paper 3 - Topics 1-8 (2hr)

In order to attend Meopham Sixth Form the minimum entry requirement is 5 level 4 GCSEs, including English Language and Mathematics.

To study Biology you are required to achieve level 5 or above in English Language and Mathematics and a 66 or above in combined science qualifications or a 6 in Biology and level 5 in Physics or Chemistry in single science qualifications.

A Level Biology is an excellent base for a university degree in healthcare, such as medicine, veterinary or dentistry, as well as the biological sciences, such as biochemistry, molecular biology or forensic science. Biology can also complement sports science, psychology, sociology and many more. A Level Biology can open up a range of career opportunities including: biological research, medical, environmental, forensics, sports and science communication. The transferable skills you will learn, such as problem solving, are also useful for many other areas, such as law.