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AQA GCSE Biology

“Explore the living world and develop scientific skills for GCSE success and future careers.”

Title: GCSE Biology
QAN Number: 601/8752/9

Content

Assessment

  1. Cell Biology

  2. Organisation

  3. Infection and Response

  4. Bioenergetics

  5. Homeostasis and Response

  6. Inheritance, Variation, and Evolution

  7. Ecology

  8. Key Ideas

Paper 1

  • Written exam: 1 hour 45 minutes

  • 100 marks

  • 50% of GCSE

Paper 2

  • Written exam: 1 hour 45 minutes

  • 100 marks

  • 50% of GCSE

Progression opportunities 

Learners will develop confidence and competence with the core content, which follows a logical progression through biology. The course uses a two-column format, showing what students need to know and do, alongside opportunities to develop practical and analytical skills.

This course is suitable for any student capable of reaching the required standard.

This course provides excellent preparation for AS and A-level Biology, while also equipping students with essential life skills and strong foundations for future employment.

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Doctor / Surgeon

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Biologist / Research Scientist

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Environmental Scientist / Ecologist

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Zoologist / Conservationist

Address

 

FUEL Independent School

(First Universal Enterprises Limited)

Unit 7 Ellesmere Business Park

Haydn Road

Sherwood

Nottingham

NG5 1DX

Address

FUEL In The Community

Melbourne Park

Melbourne Road

Aspley

NG8 5HL

Main Reception

0115 9609 139

Emergency Number

07775 556555

Emails

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Headteacher

Ms Sarah Powell 

Proprietor

Mr Colin Bernard  

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