AS biology OCR revision course

For students following the OCR syllabus

“Politics is applied biology.”
Ernst Haeckel

Who is it for?

This AS biology revision course is suitable if you have studied, or are studying:

·        AS unit F211: Cells ,exchange and transport

·        AS unit F212: Molecules, biodiversity, food and health

If you have not studied these topics, or are not sure if this course is for you, call us on 0845 06 06 555 to discuss your options.

What does the course cover?

We’ll help you to:

• Understand how AS biology exam papers are weighted
• Apply your knowledge in unfamiliar contexts
• Combine knowledge from different units, where required
• Avoid misinterpreting questions, so you always provide a relevant answer
• Avoid giving rehearsed responses which don’t answer the question

What exam knowledge does it teach?

This AS biology revision course focuses on working through problems with the tutor. We’ll also give you specific advice in key areas to help with your AS biology exam:

·        Applying your knowledge in unfamiliar situations

·        Understanding assessment objectives

·        Improving key areas of your exam technique

·        Learning how to process and manipulate data

·        Answering questions by combining things you’ve learnt in different units

You will be given every opportunity to ask your AS biology revision tutor questions, and we will review past papers and offer rapid feedback. We do not let students do past papers without providing guidance.

We also perform active learning, which may involve acting out events and encouraging visualisation of key concepts.

How to get more information and book

Because we tailor each course to fit the needs of the students on that course, there is no standard lesson plan. The information on this page is a guide only.

If you would like more information about an AS biology revision course, call us now on 0845 06 06 555.  We’ll be happy to discuss the options and find a course that fits your requirements.