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Biology AS and A Level (CCEA)

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Key Stage 5

Biology is a challenging AS/A2 Level for those with an interest in the subject.

Students learn about the building blocks of life, living organisms, biological concepts and the value of biology in society.

Through studying A Level Biology, students develop communication, information technology, numeric and problem-solving skills. They learn how to work in teams and through designing and carrying out investigations they develop their ability to draw conclusions and make decisions. This approach helps students to develop a questioning mind, self-confidence and an ability to express opinions based on knowledge.

Aims of the Course

Studying biology encourages pupils to:

  • Widen essential knowledge and understanding of key concepts.
  • Develop an understanding of the scientific method, carryout practical tasks and present their findings in different formats.
  • Demonstrate a deeper appreciation of, and an understanding of, how science works.
  • Develop confidence in various skills, including independent learning, creative thinking, practical, mathematical and problem solving.
  • Appreciate how society makes decisions about scientific issues.
  • Be aware of the advances in technology relevant to Biology.
  • Show knowledge and understanding of facts, principles and concepts from different areas of biology and how they relate to each other.
  • Sustain and develop their enjoyment and interest in biology.

Course Content

The course is demanding with a focus on technical terminology, molecular structure and a great emphasis on the application of detailed knowledge and understanding. The CCEA specification is followed and includes Northern Ireland perspectives, particularly with respect to biodiversity strategies.

There are six assessment units, three units completed at AS Level and a further three at A2 Level. All modules require some mathematical/statistical knowledge, but more so at A2. Practical work is included in all modules and students also participate in a fieldtrip.

Course Outline

Unit Topic Assessment Weighting
AS A Level
AS Unit 1 Molecules and Cells

 

External examination

1hr 30 minutes

37.5%

 

15%
AS Unit 2 Organisms and Biodiversity External examination

1hr 30 minutes

37.5%

 

15%
AS Unit 3 Practical Skills in AS Biology External examination

1hr 15 minutes

Internal practical assessment

25%

 

10%
A2 Unit 1 Physiology, Co-ordination and Control, and Ecosystems External examination

2hrs 15 minutes

 

24%
A2 Unit 2 Biochemistry, Genetics and Evolutionary Trends External examination

2hrs 15 minutes

 

24%
A2 Unit 3 Practical Skills in Biology

 

External examination

1hr 15 minutes

Internal practical assessment

12%

Career Opportunities

Biology is essential for many careers and courses in the Biological and Environmental Sciences. It is also highly recommended for careers in Medicine, Veterinary, Dentistry, Pharmacy, Physiotherapy, Microbiology, Research, Forensic Science, Clinical Science and many more.

The skills gained from studying Biology are transferable and will be beneficial in non-biological pathways.

Biologists Can:

  • Investigate
  • Ask questions
  • Think critically
  • Solve problems
  • Make decisions
  • Manage information
  • Analyse data
  • Interpret and evaluate evidence
  • Apply their understanding

Biologists are:

  • Logical
  • Inquisitive
  • Practical
  • Good communicators
  • Good team players
  • Observant
  • ICT literate
  • Numerate
  • Creative

Enniskillen Royal Grammar School is a new academically selective voluntary grammar school that opened on 1 September 2016.

Enniskillen Royal Grammar School is co-educational and non-denominational.

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ERGS Showjumpers began their season by attending Leg 1 of the Meadows Tri-Equestrian League in Craigavon on Saturday 12th September.
We entered 3 teams this week.
ERGS Navy (85cm) comprising:
Tori Veitch ( Year 10), Elsa Lee (Year 😎, Katie Nevin (Year 10) & Ella-Jane Johnston (Year 😎
ERGS Red (85cm) comprising:
Lucy Currie ( Year 13), Molly Lee ( Year 11), Ruby Moore ( Year 14) and Lily Moore ( Year 13)
Well done to both teams (3 of whom are new to the ERGS teams this year – Ella, Ella-Jane and Lucy). A solid start to the League, placing 9th and 10th respectively out of 13 teams.
ERGS 1m team comprising:
Molly Lee ( Year 11), Sophie Johnston (Year 10), Chloe Cathcart ( Year 11) and Emma McCaldin ( Year 13)
These 4 had the best result - placing 1st out of 6 teams! Superb achievement

A great start from all the riders and their mounts.

Leg 2 is on Saturday 19th September with Omagh High School show fast approaching on 1st October.
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Success for Enniskillen Royal Grammar School Students in National Translation Competition

At the end of the summer term, we were delighted to learn of the success of three Enniskillen Royal Grammar School students who took part in the prestigious Anthea Bell Prize for Young Translators, a national translation competition run by the Queen's Translation Exchange at the University of Oxford.
The 2026 competition attracted a record-breaking 25,000 pupils from 532 schools, further establishing it as the country's largest creative translation competition for young people.

We are pleased to report that our students achieved success in all three languages offered at Enniskillen Royal Grammar School.
Keon Neones was awarded the Level 1 Area Prize for Northern Ireland and was named National Runner-Up in the UK for French.
Lily Shaw won the Level 3 Northern Ireland Award for German.
Uma de Naipir received a Highly Commended award for her Level 3 translation from Spanish into English.
We are immensely proud of all three students, who demonstrated outstanding creativity, linguistic ability, and eloquence in their translations. As Dr Charlotte Ryland, Director of the Queen's Translation Exchange, explains:
"The skills developed through translation – critical thinking, problem solving, empathy – set the rising generation up to thrive in our global economy. Our Anthea Bell Prize winners excel in all these skills, and I can't wait to see what they go on to do."
We congratulate Keon, Lily and Uma on their excellent achievements and wish them every success in their future studies of French, German and Spanish, both at Enniskillen Royal Grammar School and beyond.
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On Thursday 10th September, we were delighted to welcome back Sarah McDaid from Bank of Ireland to deliver the 'Planning Ahead Junior Programme' to pupils in 8B and 8D as part of the Preventative Curriculum.
During the session, Sarah explored a range of financial literacy topics, including budgeting, saving, distinguishing between needs and wants and developing confidence in making informed everyday financial decisions.
We are grateful to Sarah for sharing her expertise with our pupils and we look forward to welcoming her back later this month to work with pupils in 8A, 8C and 8E.
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