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A Level Biology Exam
A Level Biology Exam
Become an A Level Biology private candidate and book your A Level Biology exam today. The Pass A Level team will book you into a local exam centre as an A Level Biology private candidate, and can arrange your required practical assessments for you as well. Taking or resitting an A Level Biology exam can open up many pathways in life, increasing your career opportunities and helping you onto university courses.
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Recognised Nationally - the same qualification you would get from schools
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Official A Level Biology qualification from AQA
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Improve your skills in Biology, both theoretical and practical
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Many possible career paths - medicine, teaching, pharmacology and more!
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Exam and Practical assessment
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Worth up to 56 UCAS points - get into your dream University!
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A Level Biology Exam Information
Why take an A Level Biology Exam?
Successfully obtaining an A Level Biology qualification can help you progress into higher education, such as a place at University, this qualification can be worth up to 56 UCAS points! It can also improve your career prospects on its own, opening the door to many industries including medicine. You need to pass both the exam and the practical assessment to ensure that you obtain the full qualification.
What is the registration process for this A Level Biology Exam?
- Book your A Level Biology exam using the button above or by completing the form below. A member of the Pass A Level team will then contact you. Exams should be booked at least 6 months in advance, usually by December.
- You will receive a confirmation email and invoice after completing your purchase.
- A member of the Pass A Level exams team will contact you to collect any additional details needed.
- You will be booked as an A Level Biology private candidate at a local examination centre.
- If you have booked practical assessments through Pass A Level, the exams team will arrange these with you in advance. If not, you must arrange them yourself in order to receive the full qualification.
- All exam details, including date, time, and location, will be confirmed well in advance so you can focus on your preparation.
How can I revise my A Level Biology online?
We are happy to provide some free revision resources online for A Level Biology:
Entry Requirements
It is recommended that you do not take A Level Biology if you have not attained at least a Grade 4/C in your GCSE Maths and Biology.
Can I take an A Level Biology resit?
Of course! You can resit your A Level Biology exam with Pass A Level if you did not pass the first time around.
Exam Day Setup
Your A Level Biology Exams will be held at a local exam centre, in person, and under exam conditions. If you need to sit the practical assessments these will be arranged to take place at an earlier date. The exams booking team will confirm all the details with you well in advance so you go into exam day fully prepared.
When can I take my A Level Biology exam?
All A Level exams take place in the summer each year, typically in May or June, this is true whether you are taking them through school or as a private candidate. A Level results day is set nationally, and is commonly near the end of August.
What do I need to pass the qualification?
To attain the A Level Biology qualification you need to pass both the exam, which is formed of three papers, and the practical assessments, which can be arranged for you prior to your exam. If you have not chosen to book the practical assessments alongside your exam, you will need to arrange this yourself by finding a centre and booking with them.
Exam Boards
The A Level Biology exam Pass A Level offer is provided by AQA, Edexcel and OCR.
Our A Level Biology Exam Service
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There are no costs hidden in the pricing structure. The fee shown at checkout is the only one you will pay.
Top Service
All through the process you will be provided with an excellent service, from registering you for your exam, to answering any questions you have, and supporting you through the practical assessments.
Friendly Support
The friendly Pass A Level team members will book you in for your exam and handle all the arrangements for you, they will be available to support you throughout your journey.
Low Cost Exams
Pass A Level offer some of the cheapest A Level Biology qualifications you will find online.
Requirements
We would strongly recommend that you have previously attained at least a grade 4/C in your Maths and Biology GCSEs before you register for an A Level Biology exam. If you would like to obtain these qualifications we also offer exams for these subjects!
Official Qualification
Pass A Level offer the same A Level Biology qualification as schools and colleges, and it is recognised all across the UK.
A Level Biology Exam Information - AQA (7402)
The AQA A Level Biology qualification builds on the knowledge and skills developed at GCSE level. For this reason, it is recommended that you have achieved at least a grade 4 or C in GCSE Biology, or GCSE Combined Science. This is not a formal requirement, however, and the A Level Biology exam is open to all learners, including those returning to education or studying independently.
Paper 1
Topics
Biological molecules, cells, organisms exchange substances with their environment, genetic information, variation and relationships between organisms, any relevant practical skills
Format
76 marks: a mixture of short and long answer questions, 15 marks: extended response questions
Paper 2
Topics
Energy transfers in and between organisms, organisms respond to changes in their internal and external environments, genetics, populations, evolution and ecosystems, the control of gene expression, any relevant practical skills
Format
76 marks: a mixture of short and long answer questions, 15 marks: comprehension question
Paper 3
Topics
Any content from paper 1 + paper 2, including any relevant practical skills
Format
38 marks: structured questions, including practical techniques, 15 marks: critical analysis of given experimental data, 25 marks: one essay from a choice of two titles
A Level Biology B Exam Information - Edexcel B (9BI0)
The Edexcel A Level Biology qualification builds on the foundations of GCSE Biology and Combined Science. It is recommended that you hold at least a grade 4 or C at GCSE to ensure you are prepared for the course content. This is not a formal entry requirement, and the Edexcel A Level Biology exam is open to all learners, including private candidates and those returning to education.
Paper 1
Topics
Biological molecules, cells, viruses and reproduction of living things, classification and biodiversity, exchange and transport, energy for biological processes, microbiology and pathogens, modern genetics.
Format
The paper may include multiple-choice, short open, open-response, calculations and extended writing questions.
Paper 2
Topics
Biological molecules, cells, viruses and reproduction of living things, classification and biodiversity, exchange and transport, origins of genetic variation, control systems, ecosystems.
Format
The paper may include multiple-choice, short open, open-response, calculations and extended writing questions
Paper 3
Topics
Any content from paper 1 + paper 2
Format
The paper may include short open, open-response, calculations and extended writing questions.
A Level Biology Exam Information - OCR A (H420)
The OCR A Level Biology qualification builds on the knowledge and skills developed at GCSE Biology or Combined Science. It is recommended that you have achieved at least a grade 4 or C at GCSE to support your progress at A Level. This is not a formal requirement, and the OCR A Level Biology exam is open to all learners, including private candidates and those returning to education.
Paper 1
Topics
Development of practical skills in biology, foundations in biology, exchange and transport, communication, homeostasis and energy.
Format
This paper contains multiple choice questions, short answer style questions, and extended response questions.
Paper 2
Topics
Development of practical skills in biology, foundations in biology, biodiversity, evolution and disease, genetics, evolution and ecosystems
Format
This paper contains multiple choice questions, short answer style questions, and extended response questions.
Paper 3
Topics
Any content from paper 1 + paper 2
Format
This paper contains short answer style questions, and extended response questions.
A Level Biology Exam Dates 2026
| Date | Time | Duration | |
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| Results Day | 13 August 2026 | All Day | - |
| Paper 1 - AQA Paper 1 - AQA | 04 June 2026 | Afternoon | 2h |
| Paper 2 - AQA Paper 2 - AQA | 12 June 2026 | Morning | 2h |
| Paper 3 - AQA Paper 3 - AQA | 16 June 2026 | Morning | 2h |
| Paper 1 - Edexcel Paper 1 - Edexcel | 04 June 2026 | Afternoon | 1h 45m |
| Paper 2 - Edexcel Paper 2 - Edexcel | 12 June 2026 | Morning | 1h 45m |
| Paper 3 - Edexcel Paper 3 - Edexcel | 16 June 2026 | Morning | 2h 30m |
| Paper 1 - OCR Paper 1 - OCR | 04 June 2026 | Afternoon | 2h 15m |
| Paper 2 - OCR Paper 2 - OCR | 12 June 2026 | Morning | 2h 15m |
| Paper 3 - OCR Paper 3 - OCR | 16 June 2026 | Morning | 1h 30m |
A Level Biology FAQs
Are there any requirements for the A Level Biology exam?
If you want to take this exam we recommend that you have attained at least a grade 4/C in both your Mathematics and Biology GCSEs.
What do I need to do to get my A level Chemistry qualification?
To successfully achieve your A Level Biology qualification you need to do two things. You have to pass the exam, which consists of 3 different papers. Prior to the exam you must also pass the practical assessments, you must take these in the same academic year as you sit your exam. You can register for both the exam and the practical assessments through us with Pass A Level, and they will handle all the arrangements for you.
Where will I take my A Level Biology exam?
Once you have registered to take your A Level Biology exam a member of the Pass A Level team will book you in at a nearby exam centre. Your exam will be in person.
When can I take my A Level Biology exams?
Whilst the exact dates of the next exams are currently unknown we do know that A Level exams always take place in the summer of each year, usually in May or June.
Would this be the same A level Biology qualification I would get in school or college?
Absolutely, no matter whether you take your exam at school, or we enter you as an A Level Biology private candidate, you will achieve the same qualification at the end, an A Level.
Can I take A Level Biology online?
All A Level Exams, whether you are a school or college student or a private candidate, are in person exams/ There is no option to take the exams online. This is also true for the practical assessments.
Would it be worth it for me to resit A Level Biology?
If you need a higher grade than what you previously achieved to continue into higher education, or to improve your career prospects, then it is absolutely worth attempting an A Level Biology resit.
How can I revise for my A Level Biology exam?
We have numerous free A Level Biology revision resources, including question worksheets for each topic, and years worth of past papers. You can work through these all on MME.
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