AQA GCSE Biology (Combined Science)
The biology pathway within AQA GCSE Combined Science brings together the study of living systems within GCSE Combined Science. Students explore cells, organisms and their interactions while developing practical and analytical skills.
Choose your AQA Combined Science Biology tier
Select Foundation or Higher to match your school's exam entry.
Trilogy — Foundation
AQA GCSE Combined Science: Trilogy (8464) — Biology — Foundation
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Study the Foundation-tier biology content within AQA GCSE Combined Science: Trilogy (8464). This is one strand of the two-GCSE Combined Science qualification.
Trilogy — Higher
AQA GCSE Combined Science: Trilogy (8464) — Biology — Higher
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Study the Higher-tier biology content within AQA GCSE Combined Science: Trilogy (8464), including shared and Higher-only requirements. This is one strand of the two-GCSE Combined Science qualification.
Combined Science brings biology, chemistry and physics together in a qualification worth two GCSEs. This page focuses on its biology content; it is not a separate Biology GCSE.
Your Combined Science course
AQA offers Trilogy and Synergy Combined Science courses. Check which specification your school follows; their organisation and assessment differ.
Scientific understanding and practical work
Written assessment draws on scientific knowledge, the application of ideas, practical methods and the interpretation of results.
Official course information
Consult AQA's Trilogy specification or Synergy specification for the requirements of your course.