BIOLOGY AT PHOENIX SIXTH FORM
AS & A LEVEL BIOLOGY AT PHOENIX SIXTH FORM
Biology Subject Code
9BN0
Qualification
A Level
Exam board
Edexcel
Duration
2 years
Delivery method
Online, real-time classrooms, 24/7 access to curriculum
Start date
September
Exam details
Exams for Pearson Edexcel subjects are available to take online or in-person at an examination centre that is local to you.
Course fee
Pupils can choose A level biology and add other A levels for an added fee per subject, per year
Additional information
The UK version can only be sat by students who live permanently in the UK.
Entry Requirements
There are no prior learning or other requirements for this qualification. Students who would benefit most from studying this qualification are likely to have a Level 2 qualification such as a GCSE in Double Award Science or Biology.
Pre-A Level Overview
Teaching will enable students to improve and develop their biological vocabulary, allowing them to springboard onto the A-level programme.
Topics include – genetics, microscopy, histology, plant biology, enzymes, digestive system, circulatory, system, respiratory system, immune system, hormonal and nervous control, reproduction and inheritance, ecosystems and climate change.
AS & A Level Biology Course Overview
Students of the Edexcel A level biology online course will be expected to demonstrate and apply the knowledge, understanding and skills described in the content for each topic below. In addition, they will be expected to analyse, interpret and evaluate a range of scientific information, ideas and evidence using their knowledge, understanding and skills.
- Biological molecules
- Cells, viruses and reproduction of living things
- Classification and biodiversity; exchange and transport
- Energy for biological processes; origins of genetic variation
- Microbiology and pathogens; modern genetics; ecosystems
Students of A level biology online will sit three written papers.
Additional practical components will be available (in Year 12 only) to achieve the practical endorsement that goes alongside the A-Level qualification to gain a certificate of competency.
Next Steps
Biology gives you access to a range of science-based careers, so an understanding of the subject helps to prepare you to study Medicine, Dentistry, or Veterinary Science at University. In addition, courses such a Biomedical Science, Biochemistry, Ecology, Zoology, Botany, Physiotherapy, Environmental Science and Agriculture.
Applying for Exams
In the October of year 11, 12 and 13 parents and guardians will receive an email asking which exams the learner intends to take, and where they would like to take them. Parents and guardians must inform Phoenix if they need assistance finding an exam centre by mid-October.
Phoenix can support you in finding a local exam centre. It is then down to the individual to register with the centre of choice and pay the exam fees to the centre directly. As each exam centre sets their own fees we cannot provide accurate pricing.
EXAMS AND LEARNING SUPPORT NEEDS
Physical, medical or learning support needs may be eligible for access arrangements during exams. These can include:
- Extra time of 25%*
- Extra time up to 50%*
- A reader*
- A scribe*
- Supervised rest breaks
- Separate room
- Use of a laptop
- Enlarged print exam papers
*These arrangements must be approved by the exam board. The learner will need to undertake learning assessments with an educational psychologist or specialist assessor to complete the application form. These assessments can take up to 18 months to process.
NOTE: The deadline for application to the exam board is the February of the year that the learner sits exams.
PAYMENT OF FEES & OPTIONS
- Students based in the UK have the option to pay annually, per term or monthly.
- International students based outside the UK cannot pay monthly.
£7,550 per year – A-Level full-time (BASED ON 3 SUBJECTS)
- One simple payment for a full year – includes all live lessons, mentoring
- Excludes £100 one-off registration fee for full time
- Excludes £500 deposit for UK Students (£1000 outside the UK)
- Public exam entries and optional extra-curricular activities are charged separately
£3,250 Termly Fee Payment Option
- Includes £500 deposit for UK
- Excludes £55 registration fee
- Termly payments are flexible – helping you to spread your payments. However, they tend to be more costly in total.
- All Exam fees are charged separately.
£1650 per half term – A Level full-time (BASED ON 3 SUBJETS)
- Students can study up to 5 subjects.
- £100 one-off registration fee
- £500 deposit for UK Students (£1000 outside the UK)
- Your total cost will be based on entry point
£1,221 Monthly Fee Payment Option (spread over 7 x payments)
- Excludes £500 deposit
- Excludes £55 registration fee
- Monthly payments are flexible, helping you to spread your payments over multiple instalments while you are receiving full-time education, but they tend to be more costly in total.
- Public exam entry fees and optional extra-curricular activities are charged separately.
ONE-TO-ONE TUTORING – £45-65 p/hr
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