1. Science A-Level Biology
Curriculum Maps
Science A-Level Biology

2. A Level in Biology curriculum aims to encourage learners to:
Statement of intent
Key Stage: 5
Subject: A-level Biology
Academic Year:
A Level in Biology curriculum aims to encourage learners to:
develop essential knowledge and understanding of different areas of the subject and how they relate to each other
develop and demonstrate a deep appreciation of the skills, knowledge and understanding of scientific methods
develop competence and confidence in a variety of practical, mathematical and problem solving skills
develop their interest in and enthusiasm for the subject, including developing an interest in further study and careers associated with the subject
understand how society makes decisions about scientific issues and how the sciences contribute to the success of the economy and society (as exemplified in ‘How Science Works’ (HSW).
Students will study:
Development of practical skills in biology
Foundations in biology
Exchange and transport
Biodiversity, evolution and disease
Communication, homeostasis and energy
Genetics, evolution and ecosystems

3. Subject: A-level Biology Academic Year 2019-20
Curriculum Overview
Key Stage: 5
Subject: A-level Biology
Academic Year
Year
Unit content
Autumn 1
Autumn 2
Spring 1
Spring1
Summer 1
Summer 2
Year 12
Basic components of living systems
Biological Modules
Enzymes
Plasma membranes
Cell divisions
Exchange surfaces and breathing
Transport in animals
Transport in plants
Classification and evolution
Biodiversity
Communicable diseases
Summative Assessment
Synoptic Test 1
Synoptic Test 2
Synoptic Test 3
Formative Assessment

4. Subject: A-level Biology Academic Year 2019-20
Curriculum Overview
Key Stage: 5
Subject: A-level Biology
Academic Year
Year
Unit content
Autumn 1
Autumn 2
Spring 1
Spring1
Summer 1
Summer 2
Year 13
Neuronal communication
Hormonal communication
Homeostasis
Plant responses
Energy for biological processes
Respiration
Genetics of living systems
Patterns of inheritance and variation
Manipulating genomes
Cloning biotechnology
Ecosystems
Populations and sustainability
Summative Assessment
Synoptic Test 1
Synoptic Test 2
Synoptic Test 3
Formative Assessment