Unit 1

Cell Biology

Cells are the smallest unit of life, but that doesn’t mean they are simple! This course explores the structures of different cells and how these structures enable them to perform specialised functions.  Learners will also discover some important cellular processes, including cell division, differentiation, and transport.

Unit 3

Infection and Responce

Understanding how the body responds to external pathogens has never been so crucial as it is in a post-pandemic world. By the end of this GCSE-level course, learners will recognise pathogenic microorganisms and be able to describe some of the diseases they cause.

Additionally, this course describes the defence mechanisms that help plants and animals fight disease. It also details how science has helped us develop vaccines and drugs to prevent and treat infectious disease.

Unit 5

Homeostasis and Response

Many say that achieving happiness in life is all about finding the right balance; the same is true for living things! This course allows learners to discover the control systems in place to keep the body in an optimal state, including the coordination of the nervous and hormonal systems of the human body.

By the end, learners will have a solid understanding of many of the functions these systems regulate, including reproduction, blood sugar levels, and body temperature. The content covered is in line with the learning outcomes of the corresponding GCSE Biology unit.

Unit 7

Ecology

To protect our planet from the effects of climate change, we need to understand how organisms interact with their environment. This unit provides learners with the resources required to meet the learning objectives of GCSE ecology. These include understanding how ecosystems are organised, the importance of biodiversity, and how energy is transferred through ecosystems.

Finally, this course discusses how human activities impact ecosystems and how we might maintain both biodiversity and food security in the future.