AS and A Level Biology
1- Why choose Cambridge International AS and A Level Biology?
Cambridge International AS and A Level Biology is accepted by universities and employers as proof of knowledge and understanding of biology. Successful candidates gain lifelong skills, including:
- The ability to communicate effectively using universal scientific conventions
- An awareness of the importance of IT
- A concern for accuracy and precision
- An understanding of the importance of safe practice
- Improved awareness of the importance of objectivity, integrity, enquiry, initiative and inventiveness
- An excellent foundation for studies beyond Cambridge International A Level in biological sciences, in further or higher education, and for professional courses.
2- Summary of Aims:
Some of the aims of a course based on this syllabus should be to:
- Provide, through well-designed studies of experimental and practical science, a worthwhile educational experience for all students, whether or not they go on to study science beyond this level and, in particular, to enable them to acquire sufficient understanding and knowledge to be suitably prepared for studies beyond Cambridge International A Level in Biology, in Engineering or in Biology-dependent vocational courses
- Develop abilities, skills and attitudes that are relevant to the study and practice of science such as objectivity, integrity and inventiveness
- Appreciate the use of IT in experiments and as a tool for interpreting experimental results
- Stimulate students and create a sustained interest in Biology so that the study of the subject is enjoyable and satisfying.
3- Assessment and Exam Format:
- Candidates for Advanced Subsidiary (AS) certification will take Papers 1, 2 and 3 (either Advanced Practical Skills 1 or Advanced Practical Skills 2) in a single examination series.
- Candidates who, having received AS certification, wish to continue their studies to the full Advanced Level qualification may carry their AS marks forward and take just Papers 4 and 5 in the examination series in which they require certification.