Biology
What is Biology?
Biology is a natural science concerned with the study of life and all living organisms, including their structure, function, growth, origin, evolution, distribution, and taxonomy. Biology is an exciting, challenging subject with the potential for significant personal and financial rewards.
Course Summary
Exam Board: OCR – Biology A
Paper 1 Biological Processes
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Development of practical skills in biology Foundations in biology Exchange and transport Communication, homeostasis and energy |
Paper 2 Biological Diversity |
Development of practical skills in biology Foundations in biology Biodiversity, evolution and disease Genetics, evolution and ecosystems |
Paper 3 Unified Biology |
Development of practical skills in biology Foundations in biology Exchange and transport Biodiversity, evolution and disease Communication, homeostasis and energy Genetics, evolution and ecosystems |
What skills will I gain from studying Biology?
Whilst studying Biology A level students gain an excellent range of diverse transferable skills. These include problem solving, numeracy, analysis, team working, laboratory skills, observation and data handling.
Mr A Phillips: aphillips@parkhall.org
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