Project Description
Course Overview
AQA Qualification Code: 7402
Our AQA A-Level Biology online course is the study of all life, covering everything from the production of cells to the function of an ecosystem and how it’s all connected by the energy that underpins life itself. Think you know all about DNA and the theory of evolution? Think again! On this course, you’ll delve deep into the mechanisms of cells before understanding how it all connects to create the great diversity we have on Earth today.
Our A-Level Biology online course is an ideal choice if you want the freedom to study in your own time and you plan to go to university to study science, medicine, physiotherapy, or similar. You’ll develop strong analytical and evaluative skills as you interpret, manipulate, and present data.
Enrol on our A-Level Biology online course today to boost your core understanding of all living things. This course is perfect for those wanting a career in healthcare, but also research roles and social, environmental, and forensic science sectors.
Our online course is delivered via our online learning platform as this provides learners with a dynamic and engaging experience.
The learning resources are in a range of different media including videos, quizzes, and interactive activities
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Course Contents
The course is structured into bite-sized parts:
- Monomers and polymers
- Carbohydrates
- Lipids
- Proteins
- Many proteins are enzymes
- Nucleic acids are important information-carrying molecules
- ATP
- Water
- Inorganic ions
- Cell structure
- All cells arise from other cells
- Transport across cell membranes
- Cell recognition and the immune system
- Surface area to volume ratio
- Gas exchange
- Digestion and absorption
- Mass transport
- DNA, genes and chromosomes
- DNA and protein synthesis
- Mutation
- Genetic diversity and adaptation
- Species and taxonomy
- Biodiversity within a community
- Investigating diversity
- Photosynthesis
- Respiration
- Energy and ecosystems
- Nutrient cycles
- Stimuli, both internal and external
- Nervous coordination
- Skeletal muscles
- Homeostasis
- Inheritance
- Populations
- Evolution may lead to speciation
- Populations in ecosystems
- DNA and the structure of proteins
- Gene expression
- Using genome projects
- Gene technologies
- Organism function
- Design of new industrial and medical processes
There are no previous entry requirements for this course
Assessment
This qualification is linear. Linear means that students will sit all their exams at the end of the course.
To achieve the full Biology A Level you will be assessed across all 3 parts. All parts will be assessed by three paper-based examinations and practical assessment.
Course Duration
You will have 2 year to complete the full A Level Biology online course from the date you start the course. You will be able to study at your own pace and in your own time.
Study Method
This course enables you to study for a A Level in Biology by online learning. Full tutor support is available via email, so help is only a click away!
Course Outcome
A Level in Biology (you must take the A Level exams and practical assessment to achieve this). Upon successful completion of the exams, you will receive an A Level in Biology issued by AQA.
Thinking of Going to University?
A Levels are assessed primarily through examinations, and in some cases, coursework and/or practicals too, which are then combined to give a final grade. If you are planning to go on to higher education, this grade can then be translated into Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS) points. You will be awarded up to 56 points per A Level which can then be added together to reach the total number of UCAS points required by your chosen university.
Exam Details
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