Biology (AQA 7402)

Exam Board

Number of Papers

3

NEA/Practical Elemen & Percentage

Practical Endorsement (non-examinated, reported separately)

How NEA Practical is Marked

Teacher observation of required practicals; written exams test practical skills; endorsement Pass/Fail

Total Marks Per Paper

Paper 1 = 91
Paper 2 = 91
Paper 3 = 78

Length of Time Per Paper

Entry Requirements

Five GCSE 9-4 Grades

A-Level Subjects that pair well

• Maths
• Physics
• Chemistry
• Science
  

Undergraduate Options

The top seven degree courses taken by students who have an A-level in biology are:

• Biology
• Psychology
• Sport and Exercise Science
• Medicine
• Anatomy
• Physiology and Pathology
• Pharmacology and Toxicology
• Pharmacy Chemistry

Skills You'll Develop

• Scientific knowledge of biological systems, processes, and concepts
• Analytical thinking and evaluation of data and evidence
• Practical lab skills through required experiments and investigations
• Mathematical skills applied to biological data and calculations
• Statistical analysis and interpretation of results
• Problem-solving in scientific and unfamiliar contexts
• Clear written communication, including scientific explanations and essays
• Critical thinking and understanding of scientific method and uncertainty
• Independent learning and research using scientific sources
• Teamwork and organisation during practical and group tasks

Possible Career Pathways

• Clinical Molecular Geneticist
• Nature Conservation Officer
• Pharmatologist
• Research Scientist
• Higher Education Lecturer
• Dentist
• Doctor