GCSE in Biology

Through their work in GCSE Biology, students begin to understand major scientific ideas and to recognise their environmental, technological, ethical, cultural and social significance.

Students learn how biological concepts have been used in industry, business and medicine to contribute to our quality of life. Students also learn about the potentially harmful and controversial ways biological concepts can be used to make our lives more convenient.

Our GCSE Biology course encourages students to question and discuss biology-based issues that affect their lives, the society in which they live and the world as a whole. Students plan and carry out a range of investigations, analyse information, draw conclusions and make decisions. This approach helps our students develop a questioning mind, self-confidence and an ability to express opinions based on knowledge.

GCSE Biology also prepares students for the study of Biology and related courses at GCE Advanced Level, Advanced Subsidiary and Advanced VCE Level.