🧬HEADSTART TO BIOLOGY SUMMER CAMP🧬bridging the gap from GCSE to AS level

Angelika L

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Hi, in this series, I'll be bridging the gap from GCSE to AS-level Biology, providing a comprehensive beginner introduction to the key topics. I will be using the WJEC AS-level syllabus as a guide, but the information should still be relevant to every syllabus. 

The goal of this series is to help you transition smoothly and get a head start on your AS-level studies during the summer break.
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🤔What we will cover:

1.) ⚛ Chemical Elements and Biological Compounds: Joining of chemical elements to form biological compounds; understanding the structure and properties of biological compounds.

2.) 🦠 Cell Structure and Organization: Exploring cell components and their functions; understanding the organization of cells into tissues and organs.

3.) 🚚Cell Membranes and Transport: Examining the structure and function of cell membranes; learning about transport mechanisms across cell membranes.

4.) 🗝🔒 Enzymes and Biological Reactions: Understanding the regulation of biological reactions by enzymes; exploring enzyme structure and function.

5.)🧬 Nucleic Acids and their Functions: Examining the structure and types of nucleic acids (DNA and RNA); understanding the functions of nucleic acids in genetic information storage and protein synthesis.

6.) 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦Genetic Information and Inheritance: Exploring the copying and transmission of genetic information to daughter cells; understanding the evolutionary history and relatedness of organisms.

7.) 🫁Adaptations for Gas Exchange: Studying adaptations for efficient gas exchange in organisms; understanding the structure and function of respiratory systems.

8.) 🫀 Adaptations for Transport: Exploring adaptations for effective substance transport in organisms; understanding the structure and function of circulatory systems.

9.) 🍎 Adaptations for Nutrition: Examining adaptations for obtaining and processing nutrients; learning about the structure and functions of digestive systems.
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👥 Who is this series intended for?: This series is intended for students who have just completed their GCSEs (around ages 15-16) and are preparing to start AS-level Biology. It will serve as a refresher as well as provide a solid foundation for your upcoming studies.
 
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I'm excited to help you bridge the gap and kickstart your AS-level Biology journey. If you have any questions or need further assistance, don't hesitate to reach out. Let's maximise the summer break and excel in your studies!

Tutor Qualifications

-Got an A* in IGCSE Biology

-Currently taking Biology as an A level - just sat AS level

-Top Biology student in my year (highest mocks)

-Taking a Biology / Life-Science course with a high-achiever program

-Teaching intern at FMPW (Future Medical Professionals of the World, a student-led organisation run by Schoolhouse tutors), primarily tutoring Biology

-Tutor Biology friends + elsewhere

✋ ATTENDANCE POLICY

The attendance policy for this series is to attend as much as possible! There won't be penalties if you miss sessions, but try not to as the sessions will build upon one another as we move along. That being said, if you feel confident in a topic feel free to skip/attend sessions only of interest.

Dates

July 21 - August 28

Learners

33 / 40

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About the Tutor

I'm a Year 13 student intending to join the field of medicine one day. 💡Currently taking A-Level Biology, A-Level Chemistry, A-Level Mathematics (WJEC/EDUQAS) and the Welsh Baccalaureate. I hope to be of some help to you and to see you in some of my future sessions/series! :) “Education is the most powerful weapon, which you can use to change the world." - Nelson Mandela.

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