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Biology — A2 Level (9700)
A2 level
Dr.Samreen_About this course
This course covers the Cambridge A2 Level Biology syllabus (9700), the second and final year of the A Level programme. Building on AS Level foundations, students will explore advanced topics including energy and respiration, photosynthesis, homeostasis, coordination, inherited change, selection and evolution, and the applications of biotechnology and genetic technology. This qualification is essential for students pursuing competitive university programmes in medicine, dentistry, veterinary science, pharmacy, biochemistry, and biological research.
Course Outline
- Recap of AS Level — Key concepts and biological principles review
- Examination Structure — Papers 4 and 5 overview
- Energy and Respiration — ATP, glycolysis, Krebs cycle and oxidative phosphorylation
- Photosynthesis — Light-dependent and light-independent reactions
- Homeostasis — Blood glucose, temperature and water regulation
- Excretion in Mammals — Liver and kidney function in detail
- Coordination — Nervous system, synapses and muscle contraction
- Hormonal Communication — Endocrine system and hormone action
- Inherited Change — Meiosis, crossing over and genetic variation
- Selection and Evolution — Natural, artificial and sexual selection
- Biodiversity and Conservation — Species diversity and ecosystems
- Genetic Technology — PCR, gel electrophoresis and gene cloning
- Biotechnology — Fermentation, immobilised enzymes and applications
- Medical Applications of Biology — Monoclonal antibodies and stem cells
- Past Paper Practice — Papers 4 and 5 with model answers