Year 11 (Unit 1) – A more in-depth study of the topics undertaken in Year 10 is covered as well as studying nutrition, enzymes and digestion, coordination and ecology. Many of these topics are supplemented by a series of practical tasks and investigations in line with CCEA requirements. Also, a fieldtrip is undertaken to give a better experience of ecological processes.

Year 12 (Unit 2) – The year 12 topics include osmosis, plant transport, circulatory system and reproduction. Also the topics of health & disease and DNA & genetics build on the work started on these topics in Year 10. In January of Year 12 the pupils will carry out a practical examination where they test both their practical skills and, on paper, their interpretive and evaluation skills.

A2 Module 4 continues the study of the other body systems and looks at concepts which contribute to ecosystems and their development. A2 Module 5 covers the biochemical processes of respiration and photosynthesis and explores the impact of genetics on a number of different levels. Also the variety of phyla in plant and animal kingdoms are studied. As with AS, pupils will carry out a number of assessed practical tasks which contribute to their overall grade.