A Level Science Pathway
School Leavers, Trade & Professional, Level 3
September 2023
2 years
Full-time
Advanced Technology Centre
Overview
School Leavers, Trade & Professional, Level 3
04/09/2023
2 years Full-time
Full-time
This specialist A Level pathway has been designed to give you the skills you need to build a career in Science, Medicine, Ophthalmics or Pharmacy.
This pathway is made up of:
- A Level Biology
- A Level Chemistry
- A Level Maths
As well as a programme that includes enrichment activities, practical and work experience opportunities, our A Level labs and classrooms are fantastic facilities to learn and develop your talent.
Bradford College provides more contact time per subject than other A Level providers, ensuring you have the best opportunity to learn the topics, develop your critical thinking and have access to support from tutors and technicians.
Key Info
Our Science A Level Pathway includes content from A Level Biology, Chemistry and Maths. You will begin with foundations in each subject, understanding the critical information before you advance through the course. Course content includes: genetics, biodiversity, elements, algebra and statistics.
5 GCSEs at grade 5 or above which must include Biology, Chemistry and Maths at grade 6 as well as English Language at grade 5. Applicants must have a minimum Average Point Score of 5.6.
You will be formally assessed throughout the A Level course using a variety of methods including end of module exams, topic tests, termly exams and end or year exams.
Progression from A Level includes Further Education, Higher Education and employment. Career progression options from this pathway includes Medicine, Pharmacy, Teaching and Dentistry.
If you are 16 to 18 years old you won't have to pay tuition fees. If you're 19 or older you may need to pay a fee.
This is representative of the most common fees scenario, but actual fees can vary depending on a number of factors. Please contact us if you need more guidance.
Disclaimer: Our prospectus, college documents and website are simply here to offer a guide. We accept no liability for any inaccurate statements and are not responsible for any negative outcomes if you rely on an inaccurate statement. We reserve the right to withdraw any programmes or service at any time.
Overview
A Level Biology
School Leavers, Trade & Professional, Level 3
04/09/2023
2 years Full-time
Full-time
You will study a wide range of Biology topics that will allow you to broaden and deepen your knowledge and understanding of the subject. This is a two-year linear course that encompasses six content-based modules that will be formally assessed at the end of the two-year course. Students will also be assessed across a range of practical skills which are assessed separately as part of their practical endorsement.
Key Info
Course Content:
Module 1 – Development of practical skills in biology (Studied in Year 1 and Year 2)
1.1 Practical skills assessed in a written examination
1.2 Practical skills assessed in the practical endorsement
Module 2 – Foundations in biology (Studied in Year 1)
2.1.1 Cell structure
2.1.2 Biological molecules
2.1.3 Nucleotides and nucleic acids
2.1.4 Enzymes
2.1.5 Biological membranes
2.1.6 Cell division, cell diversity and cellular organisation
Module 3 – Exchange and transport (Studied in Year 1)
3.1.1 Exchange surfaces
3.1.2 Transport in animals
3.1.3 Transport in plants
Module 4 – Biodiversity, evolution and disease (Studied in Year 1)
4.1.1 Communicable diseases, disease prevention and the immune system
4.2.1 Biodiversity
4.2.2 Classification and evolution
Module 5 – Communication, homeostasis and energy (Studied in Year 2)
5.1.1 Communication and homeostasis
5.1.2 Excretion as an example of homeostatic control
5.1.3 Neuronal communication
5.1.4 Hormonal communication
5.1.5 Plant and animal responses
5.2.1 Photosynthesis
5.2.2 Respiration
Module 6 – Genetics, evolution and ecosystems (Studied in Year 2)
6.1.1 Cellular control
6.1.2 Patterns of inheritance
6.1.3 Manipulating genomes
6.2.1 Cloning and biotechnology
6.3.1 Ecosystems
6.3.2 Populations and sustainability.
5 GCSEs at grade 5 or above which must include Biology, Chemistry and Maths at grade 6 as well as English Language at grade 5. Applicants must have a minimum Average Point Score of 5.6.
You will be formally assessed throughout the A level course using a variety of methods including end of module exams, topic tests, termly exams and end or year exams.
At the end of year 2 you will complete 3 written exam papers, which cover the content of the modules. The questions are broken down into the following key aspects of assessment.
- Paper 1 Biological Processes
- Paper 2 Biological Diversity
- Paper 3 Unified Biology
Progression from A Levels includes Further Education, Higher Education and employment. With an A Level in Biology, career options can include: Medicine, Dentistry, Veterinary Science, Nursing & Midwifery, Biological Sciences, Pharmacy and Teaching.
If you are 16 to 18 years old you won't have to pay tuition fees. All fees exclude exams, registration and administration charges. These fees apply to all learners, except those with full fee remission.
This is representative of the most common fees scenario, but actual fees can vary depending on a number of factors. Please contact us if you need more guidance.
Disclaimer: Our prospectus, college documents and website are simply here to offer a guide. We accept no liability for any inaccurate statements and are not responsible for any negative outcomes if you rely on an inaccurate statement. We reserve the right to withdraw any programmes or service at any time.
Overview
A Level Chemistry
School Leavers, Trade & Professional, Level 3
04/09/2023
2 years Full-time
Full-time
You will study a wide range of Chemistry topics that will allow you to broaden and deepen your knowledge and understanding of the subject. This is a two-year linear course that encompasses six content-based modules that will be formally assessed at the end of the two-year course. Students will also be assessed across a range of practical skills which are assessed separately as part of their practical endorsement.
Key Info
The topics you will study are:
- Atomic Structure
- Equilibrium
- Rates
- Acids and Bases
- Halogenalkanes
- Aromatic Chemistry
- Transition Metals
- Period 3 Elements
5 GCSEs at grade 5 or above which must include Biology, Chemistry and Maths at grade 6 as well as English Language at grade 5. Applicants must have a minimum Average Point Score of 5.6.
You will be formally assessed throughout the A level course using a variety of methods including end of module exams, topic tests, termly exams and end or year exams.
At the end of year 2 you will complete 3 written exam papers, which cover the content of the modules. The questions are broken down into the following key aspects of assessment.
- Paper 1 Periodic table, elements and physical chemistry
- Paper 2 Synthesis and analytical techniques
- Paper 3 Unified chemistry
During Year 12, students undertake two weeks of work experience in the summer term. Students are encouraged to use this opportunity to seek relevant work experience in line with their future career aspirations. Support is available for students who are unable to find a private placement.
Progression from A Levels includes Further Education, Higher Education and employment. With an A Level in Chemistry career options can include: Medicine, Dentistry, Nursing & Midwifery, Analytical Chemist, Pharmacy Technician, Chemical engineer and Teaching.
If you are 16 to 18 years old you won't have to pay tuition fees. If you're 19 or older you may need to pay a fee.
This is representative of the most common fees scenario, but actual fees can vary depending on a number of factors. Please contact us if you need more guidance.
Disclaimer: Our prospectus, college documents and website are simply here to offer a guide. We accept no liability for any inaccurate statements and are not responsible for any negative outcomes if you rely on an inaccurate statement. We reserve the right to withdraw any programmes or service at any time.
Overview
A Level Maths
School Leavers, Trade & Professional, Level 3
04/09/2023
2 years Full-time
Full-time
You will study a wide range of Maths topics that will allow you to broaden and deepen your knowledge and understanding of the subject. This is a two-year linear course that encompasses six content-based modules that will be formally assessed at the end of the two-year course. Students will also be assessed across a range of practical skills which are assessed separately as part of their practical endorsement.
Key Info
You will study topics in:
Pure 1:
- Algebra and functions
- Coordinate geometry in the (x,y) plane
- Trigonometry
- Vectors in 2D
- Exponentials and logarithms
- Differentiation
- Integration
Pure 2:
- Proof
- Algebra, partial fractions and functions
- Sequences and series
- Parametric equations
- Trigonometry
- Vectors in 3D
- Differentiation
- Integration
- Numerical methods
Mechanics and Statistics
Section A: Statistics
- Statistical sampling
- Data presentation and interpretation
- Probability
- The normal distribution
- Regression and correlation
- Statistical distributions
- Statistical hypothesis testing
Section B: Mechanics
- Quantities and units in mechanics
- Kinematics
- Forces and Newton’s laws
- Moments
- The motion of projectiles
5 GCSEs at grade 5 or above which must include Biology, Chemistry and Maths at grade 6 as well as English Language at grade 5. Applicants must have a minimum Average Point Score of 5.6.
The progress of all students is assessed throughput the course using internal methods. All formal assessments are at the end of the 2-year course, there are 3 exams in total.
- Paper 1 (100% Pure)
- Paper 2 (50% Pure and 50% Mechanics)
- Paper 3 (50% Pure and 50% Statistics)
Progression from A Levels includes Further Education, Higher Education and employment. With an A Level in Maths career options include: Accountancy, Solicitor, Teaching, Consultant, Financial Risk Analyist, HR and Programming.
If you are 16 to 18 years old you won't have to pay tuition fees. If you're 19 or older you may need to pay a fee.
This is representative of the most common fees scenario, but actual fees can vary depending on a number of factors. Please contact us if you need more guidance.
Disclaimer: Our prospectus, college documents and website are simply here to offer a guide. We accept no liability for any inaccurate statements and are not responsible for any negative outcomes if you rely on an inaccurate statement. We reserve the right to withdraw any programmes or service at any time.
