Francis Holland School Biology AS (Edexcel 8040) for lower sixth and Biology A2 (A-Level) Edexcel 9040 for upper sixth | Index | About | Calendar | Links | Sixth Form | Sixth Form Subjects Art Biology Chemistry Classics Latin Classical Civilisation Economics English Geography History History of Art Mathematics Modern Foreign Languages French, German & Spanish Music Physics Psychology Religious Studies Theatre Studies Sixth Form Introduction Biology Biology is a fascinating subject and it is the study of living things. The specification continues and extends the GCSE work and has a high practical content. Biology can normally be studied in conjunction with either Science or Arts subjects. The specification is divided up into six units: AS students take units 1-3 and A' Level students take all 1-6. The subject content of the units is as follows: Unit 1 Cell Biology and genetics Unit 2 Exchange, transport and reproduction Unit 3 Nutrition and Ecology, plus own individual practical investigations Unit 4 Respiration and co-ordination. Food and diet or human health and fitness Unit 5 Biodiversity and evolution Unit 6 A synoptic test, plus an individual practical investigation. A residential field trip to a field study centre is an essential part of the course. During this time the students design and carry out their own practical investigation. | Index | About | Calendar | Links | Sixth Form |