- Mock exams and revision sessions will be conducted through the year
- Two end of year exams will take place in May/ June 2020
This course is planning to start w/c 11 September - dates and times to be confirmed. You will complete the course in one year.
You will achieve a GCSE qualification in Biology.
GCSE Biology gives students the chance to gain a good understanding of Human Biology, Organisms, Evolution and the Environment. You will learn in the science laboratories with experienced and enthusiastic tutors. The specification integrates the principles of ‘Working Scientifically’ throughout the topics in required practicals. The course gives students the context of how science is applied in the outside world by real scientists. The course is aimed at any age group as education is ageless.
You can view AQA course specifications by clicking on the link below;
Old Mill Lane campus
Church Street
Barnsley
S70 2AX
Upon successful completion of your GCSE science course, you may be able to study on an Access to HE Health Science Professions Level 3 course or an
Access to HE Childcare (Teaching) depending upon your age and achievement.
Course fees: £400 Funding available. The fee includes a text book. An introductory 6 week course must be completed at an additional cost of £100, full fee payable. Related additional costs may include materials, equipment, etc. which are payable by all students.
Aged 19 or over and thinking about further education?
You may be eligible for free or reduced course fees . Please refer to our page ‘paying for your course.’
For further information please contact our friendly Information Team on +44 (0)1226 216 123 or email info@barnsley.ac.uk
Our Additional Learning Support team can provide you with the support you need. Please contact them on +44 (0)1226 216 769.
Please note we reserve the right to change details without notice. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.