A Level Biology
Course code: 9700
Delivery method: Online
Course duration: 24 Months. However you can complete the course in a year or less.
Entry requirements: No prior qualification needed
Award achieved: CIE A Level Biology
Awarding body: CIE
Biology is an introduction to the way life on our planet works. It’s an essential for those planning to pursue a career in medicine, work with animals or in the marine environment. This qualification opens doors to higher education, and is lasting proof on your CV of this level of intensive learning.
During this A Level Biology course you will explore biological molecules, genetic information and energy transfers you will go on to understand how this impacts how organisms respond to their environment, genetic populations and the control of gene expressions.
Upon successful completion of the exam and practical assessments (as administered by CIE), you will have achieved an internationally recognised CIE A Level Biology.
- Understanding of how biological molecules and cells are formed and
interact - Understanding this demanding subject in context
- Applying the scientific methodology in biology
- Developing critical thinking skills
This course has the following main themes:
Cells as the units of life
A cell is the basic unit of life and all organisms are composed of one or
more cells. There are two
fundamental types of cell: prokaryotic and eukaryotic.
Biochemical processes
Cells are dynamic: biochemistry and molecular biology help to explain how
and why cells function as
they do.
DNA, the molecule of heredity
Cells contain the molecule of heredity, DNA. Heredity is based on the
inheritance of genes.
Natural selection
Natural selection is the major mechanism to explain the theory of
evolution.
Organisms in their environment
All organisms interact with their biotic and abiotic environment.
Observation and experiment
The different fields of biology are intertwined and cannot be studied in
isolation: observation and
enquiry, experimentation and fieldwork are fundamental to biology.
Candidates for Cambridge International AS Level Biology study the
following topics:
- Cell structure
- Biological molecules
- Enzymes
- Cell membranes and transport
- The mitotic cell cycle
- Nucleic acids and protein synthesis
- Transport in plants
- Transport in mammals
- Gas exchange and smoking
- Infectious disease
- Immunity
Candidates for Cambridge International A Level Biology study the AS
topics and the following topics:
- Energy and respiration
- Photosynthesis
- Homeostasis
- Control and co-ordination
- Inherited change
- Selection and evolution
- Biodiversity, classification and conservation
- Genetic technology
You need to do the following exams:
Paper 1 Multiple Choice 1 hour
This paper consists of 40 multiple choice questions, all with four options.
All
questions will be based on the AS Level syllabus content. Candidates will
answer
all questions. Candidates will answer on an answer sheet. [40 marks] 15.5%
of total course.
Paper 2 AS Level Structured Questions 1 hour 15 minutes
This paper consists of a variable number of questions, of variable mark
value. All
questions will be based on the AS Level syllabus content. Candidates will
answer
all questions. Candidates will answer on the question paper. [60 marks]
23% of total course.
Paper 3 Advanced Practical Skills 2 hours
Online
The course is primarily an online course using a Learning Management System (LMS).
The online course has many features that cannot be printed such as embedded videos, forums and interactive tests.
The course includes Tutor Marked Assessments which you access and submit through the online system.
Tutor support:
Our Self-Learning Courses let you choose when you want to learn and how fast you want to go. Our Course is designed for the self-study method, and most students are fine without help.
However, we understand every student is not the same, you can choose to add one year of tutor support for only £55 per year .You will receive tutor feedback and support by email for 12 months.
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A personal tutor will take the time to understand the child’s strengths and weaknesses and work with them and their parents to establish common goals. The tutor will provide undivided attention to the student’s specific needs, adapting as necessary to achieve a common goal throughout the session.
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How do I get my course?
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If the course you have bought is delivered online you will receive your login details by 2pm the next working day.
What do I do next?
All the information you need to complete your course will be included in your study guide. Once you have your course you will be good to go!
Everyone at Oxford College Of Education wishes you the best of luck on your studying journey! We know it’s both rewarding and challenging and ultimately what a difference that qualification will make to your career path and life.
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