Further Details | |
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Course Code | LA14683 |
Location | Yale |
Duration | Part Time, This course will be delivered over 34 weeks, during the evening 4.45pm – 7.45pm. Thursday 3rd October 2024 to 12th June 2025 |
Department | Science |
Start Date | 02 Oct 2025 |
End Date | 04 Jun 2026 |
Course Overview
There are two tiers of entry for this qualification:
Higher Tier – Grades A* - D
Foundation Tier – Grades B - G
This GCSE qualification in Biology offers assessment at foundation and higher tier.
The subject units -
Unit 1: CELLS, ORGAN SYSTEMS and ECOSYSTEMS
Unit 2: VARIATION, HOMEOSTASIS and MICRO-ORGANISMS
Unit 3: PRACTICAL ASSESSMENT
Higher Tier – Grades A* - D
Foundation Tier – Grades B - G
This GCSE qualification in Biology offers assessment at foundation and higher tier.
The subject units -
Unit 1: CELLS, ORGAN SYSTEMS and ECOSYSTEMS
Unit 2: VARIATION, HOMEOSTASIS and MICRO-ORGANISMS
Unit 3: PRACTICAL ASSESSMENT
Learners need to have achieved Maths and English GCSE at C or grade 4 or above. Previous GCSE Science or Biology results will also be considered.
Learning outcomes are assessed through a practical assessment and two exams.
Depending upon the grade achieved, learners will be able to progress to other Science qualifications including A levels, BTEC L3 Forensic & Criminal Investigation or Health and Social Care Level 3.
£110 which includes the exam fee. However, under 19s will only pay the £40 exam fee.
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