Course code
MA013
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Attendance
Full time
Duration
2 years
Intake
September only

Our Science courses are held in high regard by many universities and will equip you with the essential skills for a variety of future careers. By studying Science at A-level you will not only advance your subject knowledge but you will also improve your ability to problem solve, analyse information and reach scientific conclusions.

You will also benefit from our state-of-the art laboratories and industry standard equipment.

Biology means the 'study of life'. You will develop the skills necessary for aspiring scientists.

The topics studied on this course are:

  • Biological molecules
  • Cells and immunity
  • Exchange systems in living organisms
  • Genetic diversity and classification
  • Energy transfer in and between living organisms
  • Organism responses to changes in their internal and external environment
  • Genetics, populations and ecosystems
  • Control of gene expression and use of gene technologies

How you will be assessed:

  • 100% exam
  • You will also be awarded a CPAC certificate for successful completion of 12 required practical experiments. This demonstrates to universities that you are competent in the laboratory

A-level Science qualifications provide access a wide variety of higher education courses and careers. Traditional routes following A-level Sciences include:

  • Medicine
  • Dentistry
  • Veterinary Science
  • Teaching
  • Engineering
  • Architecture

There may be additional supplements for course textbooks and some enrichment opportunities.

Positive Futures is a set of essential qualities, embedded throughout your study programme, that we seek to develop in all students: 

  • Commitment
  • Collaboration
  • Confidence
  • Resilience

You will also engage in the Positive Futures Careers Programme, developing key employability skills through a diverse range of activities including work placements, volunteering, employer talks, industry study visits and employment and university fairs.

For A-level programmes: 6 GCSEs at grade 9-4 (to include 3 GCSEs at grade 9-4 and 3 GCSEs at grade 9-5). Require grade 9-4 in English Language and Maths.
For A-level Biology: Grade 9-6 Combined Science OR Grade 9-6 Biology & Grade 9-6 in one other Science; Grade 9-5 English Language; Grade 9-5 Maths

As a Bury College student you will have access to a wide range of enrichment opportunities which will contribute to your personal growth and development and support your academic studies. 

These may include:

  • Art Club
  • Chess Club
  • Dance, Drama and Singing Workshops
  • Duke of Edinburgh Award
  • Gaming Hub
  • Music Club
  • Pride Club
  • Student Ambassador Scheme
  • A wide range of sport including Badminton, Cricket, Football, Fitness Training, Nerf, Netball, Volleyball and Table Tennis.

Please Note: We attempt to ensure that all information contained within this website is correct and up-to-date. However, some details may change as we review and update our provision. Although every effort is made to provide the teaching, examination, assessment and other services detailed on this website and in our other publications, Bury College cannot guarantee the provision of such programmes, services, facilities and fees. Bury College reserves the right to amend, withdraw, alter or amalgamate any of the courses, locations and facilities detailed within at any time. Should circumstances require such amendments, Bury College undertakes to use all reasonable steps to minimise the resultant disruption to those services and most importantly to students.

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