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Biology
Participants on our Biology courses will be given access to the same modules in Chemistry and Physics.
We understand the requirement for most science teachers to teach all three sciences at GCSE. For this reason, we offer free access to the resources in the corresponding sciences.
You are assessed in Biology with optional modules in Chemistry and Physics. Just for good measure we also add optional Maths modules!
You will enjoy access to all of this for two further years following completion of your course.
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Eligibility and enrolling on a course
SKE courses in Biology are not funded by the DfE in 2024/25 for those starting teacher training in September 2025.
If you wish to self-fund please go to: https://yorkshireandhumberteachertraining.co.uk/ske#selffundedlinks
Biology- 8 week (200 hours)
​ACCELERATED GCSE SKE
Our Accelerated GCSE course is ideal for candidates needing to boost or refresh their subject knowledge to GCSE level.
The 8-week or 200-hour course is structured to take trainees through the DfE specifications up to GCSE. Trainees have access to many optional modules that they are free to use to supplement their learning.
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CORE GCSE MODULE TOPICS
Cells, Microbes and Microscopy
Cell Growth and Reproduction
Cell Transport
Enzymes and Digestion
Respiration
Respiratory System, Circulatory System and Blood
Health and Disease
Viral and Bacterial Diseases
Defence Against Disease
Plant Structure, Growth and Disease
Photosynthesis and Plant Growth
The Human Nervous System and The Eye
Hormones
Homeostasis
DNA
Reproduction and Variation
Inheritance and Inherited Conditions
Adaptations and Artificial Selection
Evolution
Ecosystems
Cycles in Nature
Human Impact on the Environment
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OPTIONAL MODULES
KS3 Science
GCSE Physics
GCSE Chemistry
GCSE Mathematics
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Biology- 12 week (300 hours)
ENHANCED GCSE SKE
The Enhanced GCSE course is designed for candidates needing additional support to boost or refresh their subject knowledge to GCSE.
This 12-week or 300-hour course allows trainees to use our GCSE Virtual Lessons resources that are incorporated into the KS3 module. These lessons support trainees’ studies on the GCSE module.
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CORE KS3 MODULE TOPICS
KS2 Science
Starting KS3 Science
Moving from KS3 to KS4 Science
A selection of Virtual Lessons in Science
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CORE GCSE MODULE TOPICS
Cells, Microbes and Microscopy
Cell Growth and Reproduction
Cell Transport
Enzymes and Digestion
Respiration
Respiratory System, Circulatory System and Blood
Health and Disease
Viral and Bacterial Diseases
Defence Against Disease
Plant Structure, Growth and Disease
Photosynthesis and Plant Growth
The Human Nervous System and The Eye
Hormones
Homeostasis
DNA
Reproduction and Variation
Inheritance and Inherited Conditions
Adaptations and Artificial Selection
Evolution
Ecosystems
Cycles in Nature
Human Impact on the Environment
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OPTIONAL MODULES
GCSE Physics
GCSE Chemistry
GCSE Mathematics
Biology- 16 week (400 hours)
ACCELERATED A LEVEL SKE
Our Accelerated A level course is for candidates needing to boost or refresh their subject knowledge to A level.
The 16-week or 400-hour course is structured to take trainees through the DfE A level specifications. Trainees have optional access to the GCSE modules and the new KS3 content.
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CORE A LEVEL MODULE TOPICS
Biological Molecules
Cells
Plant Structures and Adaptations
Transport Systems
Energy for Biological Processes
Infections and Disease
The Human Body
Inheritance and Evolution
The Natural World
Genetics
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OPTIONAL MODULES
KS3 Science
GCSE Biology
GCSE and A Level Physics
GCSE and A Level Chemistry
GCSE and A Level Mathematics
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Biology- 20 week (500 hours)
ENHANCED A LEVEL SKE
The Enhanced A Level course is designed for candidates needing additional support to boost or refresh their subject knowledge to A Level.
This 20-week or 500-hour course allows trainees to use our KS3 module resources as a foundation before tackling the A Level content with the full GCSE module available as an option.
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CORE KS3 MODULE TOPICS
KS2 Science
Starting KS3 Science
Moving from KS3 to KS4 Science
A selection of Virtual Lessons in Science
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CORE A LEVEL MODULE TOPICS
Biological Molecules
Cells
Plant Structures and Adaptations
Transport Systems
Energy for Biological Processes
Infections and Disease
The Human Body
Inheritance and Evolution
The Natural World
Genetics
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OPTIONAL MODULES
GCSE Biology
GCSE and A Level Physics
GCSE and A Level Chemistry
GCSE Mathematics
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Biology- 24 week (600 hours)
ACCELERATED GCSE AND A LEVEL SKE
Our Accelerated GCSE and A level course is for candidates needing to boost or refresh their subject knowledge through GCSE to A level.
The 24-week or 600-hour course is structured to take trainees through the DfE GCSE and A level specifications. Trainees have optional access to GCSE and A Level modules in Physics, Biology and Maths plus the new KS3 content.
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CORE GCSE MODULE TOPICS
Cells, Microbes and Microscopy
Cell Growth and Reproduction
Cell Transport
Enzymes and Digestion
Respiration
Respiratory System, Circulatory System and Blood
Health and Disease
Viral and Bacterial Diseases
Defence Against Disease
Plant Structure, Growth and Disease
Photosynthesis and Plant Growth
The Human Nervous System and The Eye
Hormones
Homeostasis
DNA
Reproduction and Variation
Inheritance and Inherited Conditions
Adaptations and Artificial Selection
Evolution
Ecosystems
Cycles in Nature
Human Impact on the Environment
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CORE A LEVEL MODULE TOPICS
Biological Molecules
Cells
Plant Structures and Adaptations
Transport Systems
Energy for Biological Processes
Infections and Disease
The Human Body
Inheritance and Evolution
The Natural World
Genetics
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OPTIONAL MODULES
KS3 Science
GCSE and A Level Physics
GCSE and A Level Chemistry
GCSE Mathematics​​
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Biology- 28 week (700 hours)
ENHANCED GCSE AND A LEVEL SKE
Our longest course is designed for those trainees who require subject knowledge development through GCSE and A level.
Here trainees use their 28 weeks or 700 hours to work through our GCSE and A level modules and are also assessed in the new KS3 module. Full access to corresponding optional modules in Physics, Biology and Maths are also included.
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CORE KS3 MODULE TOPICS
KS2 Science
Starting KS3 Science
Moving from KS3 to KS4 Science
A selection of Virtual Lessons in Science
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CORE GCSE MODULE TOPICS
Cells, Microbes and Microscopy
Cell Growth and Reproduction
Cell Transport
Enzymes and Digestion
Respiration
Respiratory System, Circulatory System and Blood
Health and Disease
Viral and Bacterial Diseases
Defence Against Disease
Plant Structure, Growth and Disease
Photosynthesis and Plant Growth
The Human Nervous System and The Eye
Hormones
Homeostasis
DNA
Reproduction and Variation
Inheritance and Inherited Conditions
Adaptations and Artificial Selection
Evolution
Ecosystems
Cycles in Nature
Human Impact on the Environment
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CORE A LEVEL MODULE TOPICS
Biological Molecules
Cells
Plant Structures and Adaptations
Transport Systems
Energy for Biological Processes
Infections and Disease
The Human Body
Inheritance and Evolution
The Natural World
Genetics
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OPTIONAL MODULES
​GCSE and A Level Physics
GCSE and A Level Chemistry
GCSE Mathematics