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Sittingbourne School, The

Biology A Level

Sittingbourne School, The

Swanstree Avenue, Sittingbourne, Kent, ME10 4NL

GCE A/AS Level or Equivalent
Level 3
Science and Mathematics

Available start dates

Available start dates

Wednesday, 01 September 2027
The Sittingbourne School
2 Year(s)
Full time
Option C

Application Instructions

Applications Open: Friday 15th October 2026

Applications Close: Friday 9th July 2027

Entry Requirements: Our general entry requirements are:-

• A Levels – advanced courses, two year study programme, with an average entry requirement of at least five grade 5+ qualifications, including English and mathematics. Some subjects may have additional entry requirements.

• BTEC Level 3 – advanced courses, two year study programme, with an average entry requirement of at least five grade 4+ qualifications, including English and mathematics. Some subjects may have additional entry requirements.

• T Level - technical course, two year study programme, with an average entry requirement of at least five grade 5+ qualifications, including English and mathematics.

• BTEC Level 2 – One year programme, which could lead on to further studies, with an average entry requirement at least five grade 2 or above, including English and mathematics.

How to Apply: Please apply via Kent Choices

Course Summary

This A Level Biology course will provide you with a comprehensive understanding of biological principles, from the microscopic world of cells to the complexities of entire ecosystems. The course is structured into six modules, which are outlined below.

Course Details

Content is split into six teaching modules:

Module 1 – Development of practical skills in biology

Module 2 – Foundations in biology

Module 3 – Exchange and transport

Module 4 – Biodiversity, evolution and disease

Module 5 – Communication, homeostasis and energy

Module 6 – Genetics, evolution and ecosystems


How will it be delivered and assessed?

Biological processes (01) - 100 marks, 2 hour 15 minutes, written paper 37% of total A level

Biological diversity (02) - 100 marks, 2 hour 15 minutes, written paper 37% of total A level

Unified biology (03) - 70 marks, 1 hour 30 minutes, written paper 26% of total A level




Entry requirements

Grade 6 in Biology or grade 66 in Combined Science, grade 5 in Mathematics, and grade 5 in English GCSEs.

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A-Level Biology is a versatile subject that complements a wide range of academic pathways. Providing a broad foundation in the biological sciences, the course opens doors to higher education and diverse careers—from forensic science, conservation, and environmental consultancy to genetics, toxicology, and healthcare professions such as medicine, nursing, radiography, and physiotherapy.

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