Applied Human Biology – Level 3 Extended Certificate (Part of A Level Programme)

Teacher

Mike Broda

Categories

Science & Maths

Free

Overview

Level: 3 | Duration: 2 Years | Details: September

Please note all of our A Level courses must be studied as part of a full time A Level programme. Part of the A Level Programme – to study alongside 2 A Level

Why study this course at Cronton Sixth Form?
The Centre of Excellence in Science and Maths at Cronton has excellent Biology facilities. The staff are very experienced and have a fantastic record of achieving outstanding results at A Level. The classes are small and friendly. Individual and group tutorials are arranged to provide extra support.

What will I study?
This exciting course focuses on applying biology to the human body. You will study topics such as health challenges in modern society, medical science, DNA, genetics, infectious diseases, fertility, the reproduction system as well as medical treatments and therapies. This course is designed for students who are interested in gaining a greater understanding about the human body with future careers aspirations of working within the health industry.

Centre of Excellence in STEM
Cronton Sixth Form College has created a Centre of Excellence for Advanced Level Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths courses. This Centre of Excellence has been developed through the recruitment of some of the best teaching staff in the country, the building of our new state of the art IDEA Centre and science labs, and the expansion of our extra-curricular activities that support applications to the most prestigious universities.

How will I be assessed?
The course involves 50% exams and 50% assignments over the two years. This course is equivalent to 1 x A Level.

Can I study this course if I have not taken it at GCSE?
As a core subject, all students will be expected to have studied Biology at GCSE level.

Entry Requirements
A minimum of 3 x 5’s and 2 x 4’s at GCSE including a Grade 5 in English Language, a Grade 5 in Maths and a Grade 5 in Biology or a Grade 5:5 in trilogy science.

What can this course lead on to?
Degrees in Biology, life sciences, medicine, dentistry, physiotherapy and other medically related fields. Careers in research, ecology and biotechnology
as well as those in teaching and in a variety of industries.

Any additional costs?
All teaching resources are available on the college intranet. Student notes and work booklets will be given to all students. There is a one-off payment for Biology of £10 at the start of the year which covers the cost of a trip, guest
speakers and resources.

Enrichment Opportunities
Students can enhance their college experience with super and extracurricular activities including, the Tomorrow’s Scientist Programme which is designed to develop skills in problem-based learning, teamwork, leadership, and public speaking. This will be of interest to students who wish to follow medical science careers.
Students also have the opportunity to attend trips in their first year to help with their coursework investigation. Trips include Chester Zoo, the Natural History Museum in London, and the Institute of Biotechnology. Students will also visit universities, industry visits and Nuffield placements.

Outstanding Facilities
The IDEA Centre is a unique STEM facility which offers students innovative training facilities including an advanced manufacturing workshop, a digital and electronics suite, a metrology suite, a process control workshop, a health and fitness suite, a project management suite, meeting rooms, a 3D modelling suite and an Industry 4.0 suite which all prepare students for the Industry 4.0 trend of automation and data exchange in manufacturing technologies.

Be inspired
Students can take part in our Tomorrow’s Scientists Professional Studies Programme, enter competitions, be part of prestigious national Science and Maths programmes, be inspired by leading industry experts and visit external research labs and top universities such as Cambridge, Oxford and Manchester.

Find out more about the Tomorrow’s Scientists Programme

The Cronton Experience

At Cronton you can take part in many enrichment activities such as: