Biology A Level (Block C)

Applications Open - 13th October 2025

Applications Close - Not applicable

Entry Requirements - 5 x 4-9 grades, including English and maths. Individual course criteria apply

How to Apply -

External Students Please apply via KentChoices. Please note - after sending your application, you'll receive a welcome email from Applicaa asking for further information. https://www.kentprospectus.co.uk/login.

Internal students - apply via Applicaa - you will receive an email from Applicaa on 27th November, or use the link here - https://abbey.applicaa.com/

Contact ncrouch@abbeyschoolfaversham.co.uk with any questions

The qualification consists of eight units across the two years, six of which are mandatory and three are externally assessed.

Year 1

· Topic 1: Lifestyle, Health and Risk

· Topic 2: Genes and Health

· Topic 3: Voice of the Genome

· Topic 4: Biodiversity and Natural Resources

· Topic 5: On the Wild Side

· Topic 6: Immunity, Infection and Forensics ·

YEAR 2

Topic 1: Lifestyle, Health and Risk

· Topic 2: Genes and Health

· Topic 3: Voice of the Genome

· Topic 4: Biodiversity and Natural Resources

· Topic 7: Run for your Life

· Topic 8: Grey Matter

The course features a range of practical activities which are undertaken during topic teaching and are examined in the final year exams. There are three exams at the end of the two years for A-level, all of which are two hours long. The final paper is based around all topics studied over the two year course with a specific focus on the practical activities undertaken and practical applications of the Biology studied.

A Minimum of a Grade 5 in English Language and Mathematics and a grade 6-6 in Combined Science or Grade 6 in GCSE Biology.

This qualification will provide learners with a broad understanding of Biology to support progress to higher education. This qualification can also prepare learners to take up employment in the applied science sector, either directly after achieving the qualification or via higher education.

Studying this qualification will enable learners to develop their knowledge and understanding of Biology principles, as well as those scientific practical skills recognised by higher education institutions and employers to be most important. The qualification also offers learners an opportunity to develop transferable skills such as problem-solving, research and communication as part of their learning.