Biology syllabus

As Level
1. biological molecules
Carbohydrate
Lipids
Proteins
Importance of water molecules
2. Cells
Ultra structure of cells
Specialisation of cells
3. Enzymes
Enzymes in action
4. Exchange
Cell surface membrane
Movement of molecules in and out of cells
Gaseous exchange in humans

5. Transport
Mass transport system
Heart: structure and function
Blood vessels

6. genes and cell division
DNA and the genetic code
Gene technology
7. Classification and Biodiversity
Classification
Biodiversity
8. Human Health and Disease
Health and lifestyle
Genetic Diseases

A2 level

1. Energy for life
Metabolism and ATP
Autotrophic nutrition
Respiration

2. Response to stimuli
Neurone structure and function
Receptors
Coordination by the CNS
Response
Plant sensitivity

3. Homeostasis
Hormones
Exercise
Temperature control in a mammal.

4. Genetics, gene and Technology
Genes & protein synthesis
Mapping & manipulating genes
Selection & specialization

5. Ecology
Investigation of ecosystems
Colonisation and succession
Energy flow through ecosystems
Nutrient cycles
Global warming

6. Diseases, Exercise and Health
Diseases
Immunity
Assisting the bodys defence
Exercise and health