Advanced Biology is, and always has been a universally valued academic subject, accepted by all Further and Higher Education establishments, as well as being a fascinating study in its own right. Advanced Biology at Westlands is a subject with a record of success, so you should opt for it with confidence.
Good reasons for opting for Biology are that you find the subjects interesting; you want to pursue Biology at a higher level or you would like a career in some aspect of one of the sciences, including any medical area.
The AS modules are:
- Foundation – This covers a wide variety of general topics.
- Human Health and Disease – A study of aspects of good and bad health including diet; different types of disease and immunity.
- Transport – In animals and plants
- Practical Investigation – this is like an extended Science 1 Investigation.
The A2 modules are:
- Central Concepts – Another general module with a variety of topics, including respiration, photosynthesis, genetics, co-ordination.
- Mammalian Physiology and Behaviour – This is the optional module and includes nutrition; support and locomotion; the nervous system; sense organs and behaviour.
- Practical Investigation.
The written examinations will have questions form the compulsory parts of the course.
