- Booking Options
Course Materials + Free Mock Test + 3 Hours Live 1:1 Tutor Support + Virtual Lab for Practice
- Exam Body: AQA
£249.00
Overview
GCSE Equivalent | Accredited by Edexcel | Nationally Recognised Qualification | Ofqual Regulated | Step by Step Guideline | Interactive Training | 24/7 Access
Do you want to improve your GCSE biology knowledge and skills? This course will help you acquire all the theoretical concepts and qualifications to progress to A-Level Biology or pursue relevant occupations in biology.
Enrol today and get started on your journey to improve your career prospects with the latest skills and the power of self-belief!
Benefits you will gain
- Accreditation: Nationally recognised qualification
- Certificate: Receive a certificate upon passing the official exam
- Course curriculum: Get access to a highly informative course curriculum
- Learning Resources: Develop underpinning knowledge and fill skill gaps identified
- Exam booking: Utilise our assistance to schedule your official exam at your convenience
GCSE Biology Higher Tier
This comprehensive GCSE Biology Course will help you build the advanced skills and knowledge required to comprehend a range of biology topics required to ace the GCSE biology exam. This course is accredited by Pearson Edexcel, a globally renowned and respected awarding body for the accreditation of educational programs.
Our online learning platform is accessible from anywhere and is fully compatible with desktop, tablet, and mobile devices.
After successfully completing this course, you will possess all the necessary knowledge and expertise to nail the official GCSE biology exam.
Learning Objectives and Outcomes of This Course
Towards the end of this GCSE Biology Course, you will be able to:
- Boost your general biological cognition and scientific comprehension.
- Learn about biology's principles, procedures, and applications through a variety of scientific studies to contribute to concerns about your environment.
- Discover and use your observational, practical, modelling, research, and problem-solving skills in a variety of educational contexts, such as the classroom, the field, and other learning environments.
- Analyse the technique, supporting data, and quantitative and qualitative findings rigorously to evaluate biological claims.
Compatible Assessment Process
The understanding and skills that you are learning in this GCSE Biology Course are assessed by means of a number of interactive online tests that must be completed towards the end of each module. These evaluations reveal whether or not your can successfully display these abilities. Moreover, you can also monitor your development and frequently check your grade when the module is complete.
Course Materials + Free Mock Test + 3 Hours Live 1:1 Tutor Support = £249
Official Assessment Structure
The AQA GCSE Biology Higher Tier consists of two paper-based and practical assessments. Please note that this GCSE course has been developed for the foundation tier paper, so the grades you can achieve range from 4 to 9.
Assessment Format of Paper 1
- Concepts covered: cell biology, organisation, infection and response, and bioenergetics
- Exam time: 1 Hour 45 minutes written exam
- Total marks: 100
- Total weight: 50% of GCSE
- Question format: multiple choice, structured, closed short answer and open response
Assessment Format of Paper 2
- Concepts covered: homeostasis and response, inheritance, variation and evolution; and ecology
- Exam time: 1 Hour 45 minutes written exam
- Total marks: 100
- Total weight: 50% of GCSE
- Question format: multiple choice, structured, closed short answer and open response
Practical Assessment
- Through a variety of hands-on activities and demonstrations, teachers will evaluate students' knowledge and comprehension of the course material.
- At least 15% of the final qualifying score will come from these questions.
- Most of these questions will concentrate on students' capacity for independent study and knowledge application in practical contexts.
Why Choose This Course?
- Accredited by AQA
- Nationally Recognised Qualification
- High-quality e-learning study materials
- Easy to use and easy to follow
- Learn the most in-demand skills
- Dedicated customer support
- Expert tutor support
- Self-paced, no fixed schedules
- Kickstart your career with quality training
- 1-year access
Why Learn with Us?
- We have taught and certified more than 50,000+ students and organizations worldwide
- We are committed to helping students start new careers or advance in their chosen career paths
- We have Award-winning Customer Support, and we’re proud of it
- We have partnered with some of the biggest organisations in the world
- We believe in you. Your success is our success
Who is this course for?
This extensive GCSE Biology Course is ideal for the following individuals:
- Students aiming to achieve grades 4-9
- Anyone who finds the higher tier more compatible
- Anyone applying to a university
- Anyone interested in a STEM career
- Anyone aiming to study A-level biology
- Anyone wishing to enhance their employment opportunities
- Anyone who wants to acquire fundamental biology aptitudes and expertise
Requirements
You’ll not need any previous experience to enrol in this GCSE Biology Course. Any student from any background, and of any age, can enrol with us and learn at their own pace.
Valuable Accreditation
This GCSE Biology Course is governed by Ofqual and independently accredited by AQA. It is a nationally recognized qualification that will prepare for higher education and to meet the entry requirements for any skilled-oriented profession.
About AQA
AQA, a reputable awarding body, establishes standards, conducts examinations at the GCSE, AS, and A Level in a number of subjects, and awards credentials to pursue a desired career. AQA conducts more than half of the GCSE and A-level exams that are taken and graded annually in the UK. Additionally, these certificates are widely respected by organizations and employers worldwide.
About Ofqual
Ofqual is responsible for overseeing qualifications, tests, and assessments in England (The Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation). They are responsible for identifying the knowledge, skills, and understanding that students have demonstrated. They also have to make sure that all assessments and tests accurately reflect what a student has learned.
Nationally Recognised Qualification
After successfully passing the official exam you will achieve Ofqual regulated and AQA accredited nationally recognised GCSE Biology Foundation Tier Qualification that is valued by all employers in the UK and globally.
Please note that the higher tier paper has a maximum grade of 9, and you will earn a 3 if you do not receive at least a 4. Moreover, if you don’t meet the requirements of a grade level for an authorised grade 3, your records will also be marked as “U” (unclassified), and you will not receive a certificate of completion.
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Career Opportunities
This course will bring you new opportunities and new possibilities in an ever-changing job market. You will be able to advance to higher study and choose from a variety of alternative careers within the discipline.
To achieve all this and add extra value to your CV, this course could be a critical part of your future.
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