GCSE Biology

Key Details

  • Available at:
    Llangefni, Rhos-on-Sea, Rhyl
  • Course type:
    Part-Time
  • Study Mode:
    Part-time
  • Level:
    2
  • Programme Area:
    GCSEs
  • Course Length:

    30 weeks, 3 hours per week

  • Bilingual:

    n/a

Course Description

GCSE Biology offers you the opportunity to study the science of life from single-celled organisms to global ecosystems.

Who is the course aimed at?

Anyone interested in gaining a GCSE or wanting to improve on a previously achieved grade.

Key Topics covered:

The course consists of the following units:

Unit 1: CELLS, ORGAN SYSTEMS and ECOSYSTEMS

Topic areas include: enzymes, circulatory system, respiratory system, photosynthesis, food chains and food webs.

Written examination: A mix of short answer questions, structured questions, extended writing and data response questions with some set in a practical context.

Unit 2: VARIATION, HOMEOSTASIS and MICRO-ORGANISMS

Topic areas include: renal system, nervous system, microbiology and the immune system.

Written examination: A mix of short answer questions, structured questions, extended writing and data response questions with some set in a practical context.

Unit 3: PRACTICAL ASSESSMENT

A practical assessment that will be carried out in college.

Course Dates:

  • Rhos-on-Sea: 6/9/22, 6-9pm
  • Rhyl: 8/9/22, 6-9pm
  • Llangefni: 8/9/22, 5:30-8:30pm

Entry Criteria

There are no entry requirements for this course, although a good understanding of basic science concepts is strongly recommended.

If you have not taken the exam previously, or if it was taken a considerable time ago, your tutor will have a chat with you to determine whether this course is right for you.

Delivery

  • Face to face teaching

  • Discussions

  • Group work

  • Regular homework will be set

Learners will be expected to access emails, Google Classroom and potentially other online tools that will support their learning. Support in accessing these will be provided.

Assessment

Two written exams and a Practical assessment

Progression

You could choose one of the many different courses available at Grŵp Llandrillo Menai.

Would you like to apply for this course?

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