Beyond A level biology SL510 / RA01
Summary
Are you looking for ways to develop your A level biology teaching, expand your own understanding and ensure your knowledge is up-to-date? Perhaps you are leading teaching and learning in biology and looking to expand the contexts and ideas you already have from your own background in the subject.
Explore the next steps in subject knowledge and understanding after the A level topics and be able to ask questions to ensure you are aware of where the learning goes in the future. You will also gain confidence in answering searching questions from students or be able to more confidently point them in the right direction to find out more for themselves
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Who is it for?
Intended for teachers who are experienced and confident in teaching secondary biology.
What topics are covered?
- Building on A level subject knowledge
- Biology in medical contexts
- Plant biology beyond the curriculum
How will you learn?
Live interactive remote session with an experienced practitioner.
How long is this course?
6 hours
Who is the course leader?
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Louise Herbert
I am secondary science professional development leader at the National STEM learning centre. I previously taught for over 20 years in
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Outcomes
By the end of this course you will be able to:
- further develop your understanding of tricky concepts in A level biology and beyond
- enhance your repertoire of examples and models
- develop your confidence in answering student questions beyond the A level content
Sessions
| Date | Time | |
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| 1 Beyond A level biology | 13 June 2025 | 16:00-18:00 |
| 2 Beyond A level biology | 23 June 2025 | 16:00-18:00 |
| 3 Beyond A level biology | 07 July 2025 | 16:00-18:00 |
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Cost
| State-funded school or college | Activity fee£390.00 +VAT | Subsidy available*£0.00 |
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| Fee-paying school or college (independent) | Activity fee£450.00 +VAT | |
* Your school or college will receive the subsidy on successful completion of the CPD and impact toolkit. Find out more. |
Participants from outside the UK will be charged the course fee and an additional £120 per day plus VAT.
Outside the UK? Fee information
Check your school subsidy status
The subsidy value may be higher for your school or college.
Additional information
Would you like this course delivered at your school? Contact enquiries@stem.org.uk to find out more.
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