Biology
Cell biology, ecology, genetics, and human physiology
Cell Biology
EssentialCell structure, cell division, transport in cells, stem cells
cellsmitosisdiffusion+2
Organisation
EssentialDigestive system, circulatory system, respiratory system, plant tissues
organsenzymesheart+3
Infection and Response
EssentialPathogens, immune system, vaccines, antibiotics, drug development
pathogensimmunityvaccination+2
Bioenergetics
EssentialPhotosynthesis and respiration, factors affecting rates
photosynthesisrespirationATP+1
Homeostasis and Response
StandardNervous system, hormones, blood glucose control, thermoregulation
homeostasisneuronshormones+2
Inheritance and Evolution
StandardDNA, genetics, natural selection, evolution, classification
DNAgeneticsevolution+2
Ecology
EssentialEcosystems, food chains, cycles, biodiversity, human impact
ecosystemsfood chainscarbon cycle+2
Human Biology
StandardReproduction, health and disease, lifestyle factors
reproductionhormoneshealth+2
Required Practicals
EssentialKey experiments including microscopy, osmosis, enzymes, photosynthesis
practicalsexperimentsmicroscopy+2