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Online A Level Biology tutoring for AQA, Pearson Edexcel (Biology A and B), OCR A, OCR B, WJEC Eduqas and Cambridge International 9700: content, data analysis, practicals and essays for your board.

A Level Biology rewards precise use of biological terms, confident data analysis and the ability to link topics across the course. That is where most marks are lost: answers that are nearly right but miss the key term, statistics questions, and synoptic questions such as the AQA essay. An A Level Biology tutor works on these with your own board's papers. Tell us your exam board and specification code during onboarding and we match you with a tutor for that course, usually within 24 hours. Sessions are online.

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What You Get with A Level Biology Tutoring

Comprehensive support designed to help you achieve your target grade

Your Board's Papers

  • AQA 7402: two 91-mark papers and a Paper 3 with a 25-mark essay from a choice of two titles
  • Pearson Edexcel Biology A (Salters-Nuffield) 9BN0, with its pre-released scientific article, and Biology B 9BI0
  • OCR A H420, OCR B (Advancing Biology) H422, WJEC Eduqas A400QS and Cambridge 9700
  • Timed past papers marked against the official mark scheme

Practicals & Data

  • Your board's practicals: AQA's 12 required practicals, Edexcel's 18 (Biology A) or 16 (Biology B) core practicals, OCR's PAGs 1 to 12
  • Statistical tests your specification names, such as chi-squared and Student's t-test
  • Reading graphs and tables, and evaluating experimental data
  • Understanding what CPAC asks of you before your teacher assesses it

Content & Writing

  • Genetics, gene expression and gene technology
  • Physiology: transport, gas exchange, nerves, muscles and homeostasis
  • Using mark scheme terms precisely in longer answers
  • Linking topics across the course for synoptic questions and essays
Real student results

Students Improving Their Biology Grades

C → A
"6-mark questions used to lose me so many marks. My tutor taught me a structured approach and my Paper 2 score jumped by 20 marks."
P

Priya S.

A Level Biology, AQA, Summer 2024

B → A*
"The synoptic essay in Paper 3 felt impossible but my tutor helped me understand how to link topics. I actually enjoyed it in the end."
T

Tom W.

A Level Biology, OCR, Summer 2024

D → B
"Genetics problems were my downfall. My tutor made dihybrid crosses and chi-squared feel straightforward with enough practice."
L

Layla M.

A Level Biology, Edexcel, Summer 2023

How It Works

Simple steps to get started with A Level Biology tutoring

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Choose 3 to 100 hours based on your needs. Split across subjects if needed.

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Tell us your exam board, year group, weak areas, goals, and scheduling preferences.

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AS Level vs Full A Level: What's the Difference?

We support students at both stages - here's how they compare

Area
AS Level (Year 12)
A Level (Year 12–13)
Qualification
A separate qualification, usually sat at the end of Year 12. AS results do not count towards the A Level
The full A Level, with all exams sat in the same series at the end of the course
Papers (AQA example)
AQA 7401: two papers of 1 hour 30 minutes, 75 marks each
AQA 7402: three papers of 2 hours (91, 91 and 78 marks)
Content (AQA example)
Topics 1 to 4: biological molecules, cells, exchange of substances, genetic information and variation
Adds topics 5 to 8: energy transfers, responding to change, genetics, populations, evolution and ecosystems, and control of gene expression
Practical Endorsement
None at AS. Practical skills are tested in the written papers
Assessed by your teacher against CPAC and reported separately as Pass or Not Classified
Extended Writing (AQA)
Extended response questions within the papers
Also a 25-mark essay in Paper 3, chosen from two titles

A Level Biology Syllabus Coverage

The Department for Education sets the core content of A Level Biology, so biological molecules, cells, exchange and transport, genetics, energy transfers, control systems, evolution and ecology appear in every English specification. The boards organise them differently: AQA uses eight numbered topics, OCR A uses six modules, and Pearson Edexcel Biology A (Salters-Nuffield) teaches the content through contexts such as Lifestyle, Health and Risk and Grey Matter.

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Biological Molecules & Cells

  • Carbohydrates, lipids, proteins and nucleic acids
  • Enzymes and factors affecting their activity
  • Cell structure, microscopy and cell fractionation
  • Cell membranes and transport across them
  • +1 more

2
Exchange & Transport

  • Gas exchange in mammals, fish, insects and plants
  • Haemoglobin and oxygen dissociation curves
  • The heart and the circulatory system
  • Xylem and phloem transport
  • +1 more

3
Genetics & Inheritance

  • DNA replication, transcription and translation
  • Meiosis, mutation and genetic variation
  • Monohybrid and dihybrid crosses, sex linkage and epistasis
  • Hardy-Weinberg and gene pools
  • +1 more

4
Energy & Ecosystems

  • Photosynthesis: light-dependent and light-independent reactions
  • Respiration: glycolysis, the Krebs cycle and oxidative phosphorylation
  • Energy transfer and productivity
  • Nutrient cycles: carbon and nitrogen
  • +1 more

5
Control & Response

  • Nerve impulses and synapses
  • Muscle contraction and the sliding filament theory
  • Homeostasis: blood glucose and osmoregulation
  • Plant responses and growth factors
  • +1 more

6
Gene Expression & Technology

  • Regulation of transcription and translation
  • Epigenetics
  • Stem cells
  • PCR, gel electrophoresis and genetic fingerprinting
  • +1 more
Assessment breakdown

A Level Biology Assessment Structure

Understand exactly how you'll be assessed and prepare strategically for each component

Exam boards covered:AQAPearson EdexcelOCR AOCR BWJEC EduqasCambridge International

AQA A Level Biology (7402)

Written Exam

Paper 1 covers topics 1 to 4, Paper 2 topics 5 to 8, and Paper 3 any topic, all including relevant practical skills.

3 papers, 2 hours each
Paper 1: 91 marks, 35% (76 short and long answer, 15 extended response) | Paper 2: 91 marks, 35% (76 short and long answer, 15 comprehension) | Paper 3: 78 marks, 30% (38 structured, 15 critical analysis of data, 25 essay)
The Paper 3 essay is chosen from two titles and draws on the whole course

Pearson Edexcel A Level Biology A: Salters-Nuffield (9BN0)

Written Exam

Paper 1 The Natural Environment and Species Survival, Paper 2 Energy, Exercise and Co-ordination, Paper 3 General and Practical Applications in Biology.

3 papers, 2 hours each
Each paper: 100 marks, 33.33%
A scientific article is pre-released 8 weeks before Paper 3 and underpins one section of it. 18 core practicals

Pearson Edexcel A Level Biology B (9BI0)

Written Exam

Paper 1 Advanced Biochemistry, Microbiology and Genetics, Paper 2 Advanced Physiology, Evolution and Ecology, Paper 3 General and Practical Principles in Biology.

Papers 1 and 2: 1 hour 45 minutes each | Paper 3: 2 hours 30 minutes
Paper 1: 90 marks, 30% | Paper 2: 90 marks, 30% | Paper 3: 120 marks, 40%
16 core practicals

OCR A Level Biology A (H420)

Written Exam

Biological processes (modules 1, 2, 3 and 5), Biological diversity (modules 1, 2, 4 and 6) and Unified biology (all modules).

2 papers of 2 hours 15 minutes, 1 paper of 1 hour 30 minutes
Biological processes: 100 marks, 37% | Biological diversity: 100 marks, 37% | Unified biology: 70 marks, 26%
Modules: practical skills, foundations, exchange and transport, biodiversity, evolution and disease, communication, homeostasis and energy, genetics, evolution and ecosystems

OCR A Level Biology B: Advancing Biology (H422)

Written Exam

Fundamentals of biology, Scientific literacy in biology and Practical skills in biology. Each paper can assess all five modules.

2 papers of 2 hours 15 minutes, 1 paper of 1 hour 30 minutes
Fundamentals: 110 marks, 41% | Scientific literacy: 100 marks, 37% | Practical skills: 60 marks, 22%
OCR is withdrawing Biology B: the final A Level exams are in June 2028, with no resit

WJEC Eduqas A Level Biology (A400QS)

Written Exam

Component 1 Energy for Life, Component 2 Continuity of Life, Component 3 Requirements for Life.

3 papers, 2 hours each
Each component: 100 marks, 33⅓% (Component 3: 80 marks compulsory, 20 marks option)
Component 3 options: Immunology and Disease, Human Musculoskeletal Anatomy, Neurobiology and Behaviour

Cambridge International AS & A Level Biology (9700)

Written Exam

Paper 1 multiple choice and Paper 2 structured questions on AS content, Paper 3 a practical exam, Paper 4 A Level structured questions and Paper 5 planning, analysis and evaluation. The A Level can be staged over two years.

5 papers, from 1 hour 15 minutes to 2 hours
Paper 1: 40 marks, 15.5% | Paper 2: 60 marks, 23% | Paper 3: 40 marks, 11.5% | Paper 4: 100 marks, 38.5% | Paper 5: 30 marks, 11.5%
Syllabus for exams in 2025, 2026 and 2027. Exams in 2028, 2029 and 2030 use the 2028-2030 syllabus, which has no significant changes to teaching

Practical Endorsement (CPAC)

Practical Endorsement
Pass / Not Classified

Part of AQA, Pearson Edexcel, OCR and WJEC Eduqas A Levels. Your teacher assesses you across the course: you carry out at least 12 practical activities and must meet the Common Practical Assessment Criteria (CPAC).

Reported separately from your A Level grade, as Pass or Not Classified
Not part of AS Levels or Cambridge International 9700, which tests practical skills in Papers 3 and 5

Key Assessment Notes

  • AQA, Pearson Edexcel, OCR and WJEC Eduqas A Level Biology are linear: all exams are sat in the same May/June series
  • Pearson Edexcel has two biology specifications, Biology A (9BN0) and Biology B (9BI0), with different papers - check which one you take
  • OCR Biology B (H422) has its final A Level exams in June 2028, and AS Biology B (H022) in June 2027
  • AQA's maths requirements include the chi-squared test, Student's t-test and the correlation coefficient
  • Imperial College London, for example, requires offer holders to pass the practical endorsement in every science subject in their offer

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about A Level Biology tutoring

We match tutors to AQA 7402, Pearson Edexcel Biology A (9BN0) and Biology B (9BI0), OCR A H420, OCR B (Advancing Biology) H422, WJEC Eduqas A400QS and Cambridge International 9700. Tell us your board and specification code during onboarding and we match you with a tutor for that course, usually within 24 hours.

A tutor can prepare you, but your teacher assesses the endorsement at school against the Common Practical Assessment Criteria, across at least 12 practical activities. Tutoring can cover the methods behind your board's required or core practicals, variables and controls, statistics on your results and how to keep a clear record, which also helps with practical questions in the exams.

Yes. AQA Paper 3 includes a 25-mark essay chosen from two titles, which asks you to bring together biology from across the course. Your tutor can work on choosing the title you can answer best, planning in a few minutes, and selecting accurate, relevant examples from different topics. Practice uses past AQA titles and the published mark scheme guidance.

They are separate specifications. Biology A (Salters-Nuffield, 9BN0) teaches through contexts and has three 2 hour papers of 100 marks, with a scientific article released 8 weeks before Paper 3. Biology B (9BI0) has two 1 hour 45 minute papers of 90 marks and a 2 hour 30 minute paper of 120 marks. Check your specification code.

Yes. OCR is withdrawing Biology B (Advancing Biology). The final A Level exams (H422) are in June 2028 and the final AS exams (H022) in June 2027, with no resit afterwards. If you are on Biology B now, your course and exams carry on as planned, and the existing past papers remain the best practice material.

Yes. Each board lists the statistical tests you need; AQA, for example, includes the chi-squared test, Student's t-test and the correlation coefficient. Your tutor can help you choose the right test, write the null hypothesis, calculate or interpret the result, and state a conclusion in the context of the investigation.

Yes. Cambridge International 9700 has five components: Paper 1 multiple choice, Paper 2 AS structured questions, Paper 3 a practical exam, Paper 4 A Level structured questions and Paper 5 planning, analysis and evaluation. The current syllabus covers exams in 2025, 2026 and 2027, and the 2028-2030 syllabus that follows it has no significant changes to teaching. The A Level can be staged over two years.

By making revision active and connected. Your tutor can use short recall questions at the start of sessions, link related topics such as transcription, gene expression and gene technology, and turn mistakes in past papers into a list of exact terms to learn. Content you understand and can link is easier to recall under exam pressure than notes read over.

You can start at any time, including a few weeks before the exams, and matching usually happens within 24 hours. Close to the exams it makes sense to focus on timed papers for your board, the topics that cost you the most in mocks and the data and practical questions. Starting earlier leaves more time for essay and synoptic practice.

Yes. GCSE Biology and IB Biology each have their own subject page, because they are different courses with different papers. A Level Biology is the two-year course taken in Years 12 and 13 in England, with the boards listed above. If you are not sure which course you are taking, check your timetable or ask your teacher.

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