GCSE Biology (Adults)

Study Area: 19+

Duration: 1 Year

Attendance: Part time

Course Overview

This is an ideal qualification for those considering a career in health or applied sciences.

GCSE Biology is the study of living organisms and their structure, life-cycles, adaptations and environment.

Subject content

Cell biology
Organisation
Infection and response
Bioenergetics
Homeostasis and response
Inheritance, variation and evolution
Ecology

Exams will take place in May / June. The formal assessment will be two 1 hour 45 minute exams, covering the following:

Exam 1 – Cell biology, organisation, infection & response, bioenergetics
Exam 2 – Homeostasis, inheritance, variation & evolution, ecology

You will also complete 10 required practicals, questions on which could be included on either of the exam papers.

Start Date

September 2025

Monday evening: 5.30 pm to 8.30 pm

Entry Requirements & Interview Process

Students must have GCSE grade 3/D in Maths, English & Science and attend an interview and short assessment.

Progression

You may require the GCSE Biology qualification to enter employment in Teaching, Nursing, Physiotherapy, Sport and Fitness, or Health and Social Care. The GCSE is also a requirement of many Level 3 science related courses, as well as many University Degrees.

Assessment Methods

This qualification is linear. Linear means that students will sit all their exams at the end of the course.

Course Fees

£396 for students 19+ please contact our Student Services Team on 01422 399367 for more information.

Awarding Body

The awarding body for this GSCE Biology course is AQA.

Career Opportunities

Research Scientist
£25,000 – £35,000

Animal Technician
£20,000 – £28,000