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Academic Tutors
from $60 USD/hr
Top performing graduates who achieved A*/A grades in the subject they teach.
- We accept only the top 5% of tutor applicants.
- Each tutor is chosen for their academic results, teaching ability, and connection with students.
Relatable role model: work with a tutor who is similar in age and can be a peer
Affordability: academic tutors are more cost-effective than professional tutors
First-hand experience: they sat these papers recently and know what worked
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from $85 USD/hr
Current or past qualified teachers and examiners with 5+ years professional teaching experience.
- We only select highly experienced, qualified A-Level teachers.
- Every teacher is assessed on their teaching expertise, subject knowledge, and ability to engage students.
Quality assurance: trained and accredited teaching qualifications
Guaranteed track record: years of experience helping students succeed
Subject expertise: deep understanding of content and exam board requirements
Due to our international operations we quote our prices in USD. Pound amounts are an indicative conversion and you will be invoiced in USD.
Academic Tutors
from £47 GBP/hr
Top performing graduates who achieved A*/A grades in the subject they teach.
Relatable role model: work with a tutor who is similar in age and can be a peer
Affordability: academic tutors are more cost-effective than professional tutors
First-hand experience: they sat these papers recently and know what worked
Professional Tutors
from £67 GBP/hr
Current or past qualified teachers and examiners with 5+ years professional teaching experience.
Quality assurance: trained and accredited teaching qualifications
Guaranteed track record: years of experience helping students succeed
Subject expertise: deep understanding of content and exam board requirements
Meet our A-Level Biology tutors
Our team is a combination of A-Level graduates who sat these exams recently and qualified teachers with years of classroom and examining experience.

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Ala is a BSc degree holder in Biomedicine and is pursuing her master's in clinical neuroscience. Her field of study incorporates Biology, Chemistry and Mathematics – the subjects she's been tutoring for 3 years now. She has experience tutoring AQA A-levels and (I)GCSE syllabi in the aforementioned subjects, improving students' comprehension of the subjects as well as creating effective exam strategies. She helped tutees achieve top grades (A* as well as 9s in GCSE). As an IB graduate, Ala understands the challenges of a rigorous high school curriculum and the struggles of having to manage multiple subjects at a higher level simultaneously. Thus, she ensures sessions with her students are focused and flexible by creating a tailored study plan for each student and preparing for the lessons diligently. She shares her enthusiasm for the subjects and positive energy with the students, making the sessions more enjoyable and friendly.

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Anuraj S is an experienced Physics tutor with over 7 years of teaching experience, specialising in GCSE and international secondary-school Physics. He has taught students across major exam boards including Pearson Edexcel, Edexcel International (IAL), AQA, OCR, and Cambridge International (CIE), helping students build strong conceptual understanding and achieve their academic goals.
He holds a Ph.D. in Plasma Physics, an Integrated M.Sc. in Physics from the Central University of Rajasthan, and a Bachelor of Education (Gold Medallist, 91%). His strong academic background allows him to explain challenging Physics concepts clearly and connect theory with practical, real-world applications.
Anuraj has extensive experience preparing GCSE students for both content and exam technique. He focuses on understanding the specification, command words, mark schemes, required practicals, mathematical skills, and exam-style questions. His lessons include systematic revision, past-paper practice, identifying common mistakes, and developing the structured approach needed to gain marks consistently.
His teaching style is patient, approachable, and highly adaptable. He first makes sure students genuinely understand the underlying concept before progressing to more challenging questions. Whether a student is struggling with the fundamentals or aiming for the highest grades, he tailors lessons to their individual needs and helps them become confident, independent Physics problem-solvers.

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Aster is an experienced international educator with a Bachelor's degree in Physics and several years of experience teaching and tutoring students across a range of international curricula, including Cambridge, Australian, and other globally recognised programs. She specialises in Physics, Mathematics, Science, English, and academic skills development, and has worked with students from primary school through to senior secondary levels.
Throughout her career, Aster has taught students from diverse cultural and educational backgrounds, including Australian students in online learning environments. Her experience extends beyond subject content to helping students develop critical thinking, problem-solving, exam techniques, academic writing, and independent learning skills. She is also experienced in supporting students with essay writing, research projects, and assessment preparation.
Aster's teaching approach focuses on making complex concepts clear, engaging, and accessible. She adapts lessons to each student's learning style and believes that strong understanding is built through curiosity, confidence, and active participation. Students and parents appreciate her patient, supportive, and encouraging manner, as well as her ability to explain challenging topics in a simple and relatable way.
With a strong background in science education and a passion for helping students achieve their academic goals, Aster is committed to helping every student build confidence, improve performance, and enjoy the learning process.

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Cheryl is a highly qualified Biologist. She holds a First Class Honours degree in Anatomy and Cell Biology from the University of Sheffield and a PhD (focusing on the oxytocin receptor in the male reproductive tract) from the University of Bristol.
For the last 26 years, Cheryl has taught in independent schools around the globe (including the UK, NZ and Egypt). She has taught Biology at the following levels: (I)GCSE and A level and is familiar with all of the examination boards offering these subjects. Human Biology and Chemistry GCSE is also something Cheryl is familiar with.
Keeping up to date with the courses through professional development, Cheryl's understanding of the mentioned courses is current.
Cheryl's students have consistently achieved grades greater than their CEM data predictions. This means that Cheryl always adds 'value' to the achievement of her students.
Cheryl also likes to aid students with study and revision skills. She has a Master's degree in Education and Psychology from the University of Cambridge. Her thesis investigated the impact of graphic organisers on metacognition and learning.
Cheryl has been described as approachable and good humored and builds working relationships easily. She uses a constructivist approach in her teaching which means that her students are not passive but active learners.

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I'm an A-Level and GCSE tutor in Physics, Chemistry, Biology and Accounting, with many years of experience teaching students one-to-one on platforms including Varsity Tutors and Wyzant, and privately. I hold a degree in Management Information Systems and an MBA with a specialization in Project Management, and I'm currently pursuing a PhD in Information Systems Management. I also studied English Literature and History at an advanced level, achieving top marks, which helps me teach students to write clear, well-structured exam answers.
Over the years I've worked with students from beginners through to exam preparation, and I tailor each lesson to the specification and exam style they are working toward, whether that's AQA, Edexcel, OCR or another board. My approach is simple and personal. I explain difficult topics in plain language with everyday examples, such as using a car journey to teach velocity, acceleration and graphs, so students understand why the methods work and not just how to use them. I teach step-by-step methods for calculations and exam questions, with past-paper-style practice and time management. Every lesson is built around the student's needs and learning style, so they understand the material and enjoy learning it.

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Daniel is a passionate, high-achieving tutor currently pursuing his Medical Degree at the University of Nicosia. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry with honors from the prestigious American University of Beirut (AUB), where he built a strong foundation in the physical sciences, analytical reasoning, and academic research.
In recognition of his scientific potential, Daniel was awarded the URE 2023–2024 grant for his work in organic chemistry. He is also a Senior Research Assistant at Operation 12 at the University of California, San Diego (UCSD), where he contributes to groundbreaking research in psychology, exploring the intersections between cognition, behavior, and mental health.
Daniel’s academic excellence began early. He completed the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme with a score of 41 out of 45, achieving perfect 7s in Higher Level Biology, Chemistry, and Business, and strong performance in his Standard Level subjects.
Daniel teaches Chemistry and Biology for the A-level and GCSE. he has helped students excel and achieve the highest marks, with most of his students scoring A* in the A-levels and Grades 8 and 9 in GCSE, with many of his students moving on to attending top ranked international schools.
With years of tutoring experience, Daniel has helped students across high school and university levels master difficult subjects, prepare for major exams, and build long-term academic confidence. His teaching style is clear, strategic, and empowering. He breaks down complex ideas into manageable steps, adapts his methods to suit each student's learning style, and always aims to make learning engaging, meaningful, and enjoyable.
Daniel believes that with the right support, every student is capable of excellence. He brings that belief into every session

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I am an accomplished educator, NERC/QUADRAT-funded PhD scientist, and Certified Senior Examiner specialising in Biology, Chemistry, Geography, Environmental Science/Management, and Earth Sciences across A-Level, IGCSE, and GCSE levels. I earned my PhD in Environmental Sciences with distinction, an MSc in Biodiversity and Conservation with a PGCE equivalent, and a BSc (Hons) in Geography and Bioscience supported by the Repsol Sinopec Excellence Scholarship from the University of Aberdeen. With over 15,000 hours of total instructional experience spanning top international schools, leading universities, and global online platforms, my career bridges elite academic research with highly effective 1:1 student mentoring.
My scientific research focuses on high-altitude tropical and montane ecosystem resilience, biogeochemistry, and geophysics, leading to peer-reviewed contributions in leading academic journals such as Geosciences, features in The Economist, and presentations at major climate summits such as COP 26 through COP 30. As an active Certified Examiner for major secondary specifications, I provide students with an insider understanding of marking schemes, structural assessment shifts, and syllabus nuances. Combined with multilingual fluency in English (C2), Spanish (C2), Polish (Native), Italian (B2), German (B1), and Portuguese (B1), I deliver an intellectually rigorous, globally contextualised learning experience that empowers students to excel.
Tutor Experience
Over the past several years, I have logged over 15,000 total instructional hours, including more than 14,000 hours of direct 1:1 online tutoring and specialised digital learning environments. My pedagogical scope covers secondary, pre-university, and undergraduate levels across Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science, Physical and Human Geography, Geology, and Earth Sciences. I possess extensive experience with all major exam specifications, including AQA, Pearson Edexcel (UK & IAL), OCR (A & B), Cambridge International (CIE), WJEC/Eduqas, and CCEA.
My institutional background includes four years as an academic lecturer and reader across leading UK universities, including the University of Aberdeen and the University of Edinburgh, alongside teaching cycles in top-tier international school environments. In these roles, I have directed coursework, designed geological and ecological field expeditions, and mentored students through independent geographical investigations, lab reports, and Non-Exam Assessment (NEA) coursework.
This rigorous background drives consistent student performance: 80–85%+ of my A-Level and GCSE/IGCSE tutees achieve top grades (A/A* or Grade 8/9), while my university students achieve average grade improvements of 30–40%+. Whether preparing high schoolers for competitive university entry or guiding them through high-stakes modular exams, I tailor every session to ensure total syllabus mastery and exam confidence.
Teaching Approach
My teaching philosophy is built upon an innovative, empirical framework that synthesises advanced scientific inquiry, diagnostic assessment architecture, and metacognitive learning strategies. Designed to transform passive memorisation into active analytical mastery, my approach elevates student performance across four core pillars:
Diagnostic Micro-Assessment Architecture — To guarantee complete syllabus coverage, every unit concludes with a mandatory diagnostic topic test. Built around rigorous targeted questioning, this system systematically identifies and resolves micro-gaps in knowledge before they impact official examination performance.
Examiner-Grade Assessment Mechanics — Drawing directly on my role as a Certified Senior Examiner, I train students to interpret command terms, structure high-scoring responses, and decode complex mark schemes. I provide specialised coaching on critical exam mechanics, including mastering extended 6- and 9-mark analytical questions and navigating board-specific scoring criteria.
Intradisciplinary Scientific & Applied Research Integration — I bridge theoretical syllabus content with real-world scientific methodologies derived from active research in high-altitude tropical ecology, geophysics, and environmental management. This intradisciplinary model deepens conceptual understanding, strengthens analytical data-response essays, and prepares students for top-tier academic rigour.
Adaptive Metacognitive Mentorship — Every learning pathway is customised to the student's unique cognitive profile, integrating high-yield active recall and structured problem-solving with dedicated academic mentorship. By cultivating both conceptual clarity and strategic resilience under exam conditions, I help students reach their highest academic potential.

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Joogal is an experienced Biology and Chemistry educator with a strong focus on A-Level and IGCSE Biology and Chemistry. He currently teaches IB Biology and Chemistry at one of Singapore’s leading IB schools and has extensive experience across the A-Level, IGCSE and IB curricula.
He holds a degree in Chemistry and Microbiology from the National University of Singapore (NUS), where he also obtained a Second Class Upper Honours degree in Microbiology. He subsequently completed a Master of Education (Merit) at Nanyang Technological University (NTU).
Joogal has over two decades of teaching experience, including eight years as a lecturer at Anglo-Chinese Junior College (ACJC), where he taught A-Level Biology. He subsequently joined Anglo-Chinese School (Independent), where he taught IBDP Biology and Chemistry. His experience teaching different curricula has given him a strong understanding of the content, examination requirements and skills needed for students to perform well in A-Level and IGCSE Biology and Chemistry.
In addition to teaching, Joogal has worked with the International Baccalaureate Organisation (IBO) for 20 years, serving as an IA moderator and Theory of Knowledge examiner. He has also been trained in Environmental Systems and Societies (ESS). His extensive experience as both a classroom teacher and examiner gives him valuable insight into assessment expectations and common areas where students can improve.
As a Senior Teacher and former Head of IB Biology, Joogal has extensive experience in identifying students’ learning needs, addressing gaps in understanding and developing targeted strategies to help students achieve their academic goals. He places particular emphasis on developing a strong conceptual foundation, examination skills and the ability to apply knowledge to unfamiliar questions.
As a tutor, Joogal believes that effective tuition should go beyond simply covering content. He provides students with structured guidance, targeted resources and systematic practice to build their understanding and confidence. At the same time, he encourages students to become independent learners by attempting questions on their own, applying concepts and taking responsibility for their learning.
With his extensive experience in A-Level and IGCSE Biology and Chemistry, as well as IB Biology and Chemistry, Joogal is able to support students across different curricula and adapt his teaching approach to their individual learning needs.

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Louise B has taught/tutored A level and GCSE/IGCSE Biology for over 10 years and is experienced at preparing students to perform well during their exams. Several of her A level students have gone on to study Medicine and many of her GCSE students have achieved a 9, but her biggest driver is to build the confidence in the young people she works with. Helping her students realised that they are more capable than they previously believed is what, she believes, enables them to make the fastest progress towards their goal.
At university Louise initially began studying Biochemistry but quickly realised that Microbiology was a bigger passion. She therefore has an excellent understanding of metabolic processes that students tend to find tricky. Her PhD in life sciences demonstrates that she understands the research process and is able to pass these skills onto her students.
Finally, Louise's teaching qualification was attained at the University of Oxford meaning that she is equipped with teaching skills that will allow her to get the best from her students. Her approach is to work with students with empathy and an open mind so that students grow in confidence and feel that they can achieve more than they previously thought possible.

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Maria Beatrice teaches maths, biology and french and prepares students for admission in prestigious universities and faculties (such as medicine, economics, engineering and architecture).
She is a med student currently in her sixth year of studies, she has attended Bocconi university for one year before realizing that medicine was the right path for her.
Before university she completed high school diplomas (American, French and Italian), she graduated with honors and 4 AP exams (in which she got the scores 5,5,5,4) in Los Angeles and then got a double diploma in Milan.
Maria Beatrice has a deep interest in scientific subjects and in emergency medicine; she, indeed, volunteers as an ambulance rescuer.
Maria Beatrice has a long experience with tutoring, she started tutoring while still in high school because she loved sharing her knowledge with her peers.
She has been teaching A-level students for 5 years and has helped go through SAT and University admission tests preparation for more than 4 years.
She loves discovering new and different methods personally adjusted for each individual students, she also treasures being challenged every day and her main goal is to make students feel understood since she went through the same experiences and knows how pressured they can feel.

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Meghana Thakkar is an accomplished Science educator and experienced online tutor with 14 years of dedicated experience teaching Biology across GCSE, IGCSE, O-Level, and A-Level curricula (including AQA, Pearson Edexcel, CIE, and OCR exam boards). Since 2015, she has specialized in delivering targeted, high-impact virtual instruction to international students, helping them master rigorous theoretical content and excel in high-stakes examinations.
Leveraging her strong academic background—including an M.A. in Education from the University of Bath and an M.Tech Integrated in Biotechnology from Dr. D. Y. Patil University (Gold Medalist)—Meghana excels at breaking down complex biological concepts into digestible, syllabus-aligned modules. Her instructional approach is deeply informed by modern pedagogical strategies and a commitment to data-driven progress tracking.
In her virtual and classroom settings, Meghana consistently drives measurable student success. For instance, her recent A-Level and GCSE Biology cohorts have achieved over 85% A to A grades (or equivalent Level 8/9 marks)*, with multiple students successfully transitioning into competitive medical and life sciences undergraduate programs globally. Proficient in digital learning ecosystems, she utilizes interactive tools like Microsoft Teams and collaborative digital whiteboards to foster highly engaging, student-centered learning environments. Known for building strong, communicative partnerships with both students and parents, Meghana is dedicated to equipping learners with the critical thinking skills and exam techniques required to achieve their absolute highest potential.

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Samuel has three masters degrees - MSc Energy and Sustainable Management, MSc Advanced Chemical Engineering and LLM International Business and Commercial Law. Samuel's first degree was in BSc Petrochemical Engineering (First Class). Samuel is also a Qualified Teacher in the UK and has been teaching for over 10 years. Samuel also has several years of examining experience, and hence highly specialised and skilled in tutoring students. Samuel had A in mathematics, A in chemistry, A Biology and A in Physics. Samuel has been an A Level Maths and Further Mathematics Examiner since 2024. I tutor A Level and Further Mathematics as well as Chemistry, Physics and Biology.

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Over the last twenty years I have gained significant classroom and management experience at several State, Grammar and Independent Schools. I have been out of the classroom environment recently but continue to keep up to date with Education Policy and support students away from the school environment via home tutoring.
I am an experienced teacher with a passion towards my subject and have a great desire that all pupils across the ability range are inspired by Science; there is no greater job satisfaction for me than when that inspiration leads to students excelling in examinations or pursuing a career in medicine. As Head of Biology at Kingston Grammar School I managed a team of four experienced teachers- as well as being actively involved in the overall management of the Science department.
I was successful in improving both A-Level and GCSE results year on year. I was responsible for co-ordinating Community Service placements for students in the wider community. I also worked closely with Brunel University with their PGCE programme and was part of a team inspected by OFSTED and I was awarded as ‘outstanding’ in my mentoring work with PGCE students at Kingston Grammar.
Whilst my teaching specialism is Biology I have also taught Chemistry and Physics at key stage three, four and A Level. I have a broad knowledge of the science curriculum and how it fits in to schools academic policies and wider educational policies. I also have a good understanding of International Baccalaureate programs and Vocational courses. I have written schemes of work and working policies for a department as well as full risk assessments for practical work. I also have experience of intake of student new to a school be it a state school or an 11+ or Common Entrance at 13+. I have administered 11+ and 13+ examinations as well as being part of a team of interviewers assessing a student’s suitability for the school.

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I’m Taiwo, a tutor with ten years of teaching and tutoring experience and a B.Sc. in Electronic and Electrical Engineering from Obafemi Awolowo University. I teach A-level, GCSE and IGCSE students, bringing together subject knowledge, classroom experience and a patient, practical approach to learning.
My subjects include Mathematics, Further Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, English Language and Computer Science. My current GCSE teaching includes AQA Mathematics at Foundation and Higher levels and AQA English Language. My engineering background strengthens my teaching of Mathematics and Physics, while my professional software development experience allows me to connect computing concepts with practical applications.
I plan lessons around what each student needs. Some need to rebuild foundations; others understand the content but struggle to apply it in unfamiliar exam questions. I identify those gaps, explain ideas clearly and guide students towards solving problems independently. In Mathematics, that means understanding why a method works and recognising when to use it. In Science, it means connecting concepts, calculations and experimental evidence. In English, it means moving beyond identifying techniques to developing thoughtful analysis supported by precise examples.
Students can expect structured lessons, personalised homework and detailed feedback. I use past papers and mark schemes to help them understand what questions demand, improve the clarity of their answers and develop effective revision habits. I track difficulties across lessons so that we revisit what needs attention rather than simply move through topics.
I currently work with international learners, including students in the UK and Hong Kong, and understand the importance of adapting explanations to different educational and language backgrounds. I want students to feel comfortable asking questions, willing to attempt challenging work and able to recognise their own progress. My aim is to build secure understanding, greater independence and confident exam preparation.

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I have 10 years of tutoring experience in Biology, specializing in GCSE and A-Level preparation. I teach across all major exam boards, including AQA, Edexcel, OCR, and WJEC, covering both Foundation and Higher tiers at GCSE. My lessons focus on core topics such as cell biology, genetics, homeostasis, ecology, and required practicals, with a strong emphasis on exam technique, data analysis, and command-word practice. I have consistently helped students improve their grades, with many achieving grades 7–9 at GCSE and A–A* at A-Level.
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Why A-Level Biology needs the right tutor
What makes A-Level Biology hard
A-Levels move faster and go deeper than anything students have done before, and they are studied alongside two or three other subjects at the same level. Classes are taught to the middle of the room, so gaps are easy to carry forward unnoticed until the exam.
- A sharp step up in difficulty from GCSE
- Marks decided by technique, not recall
- Grades that determine university options
How tutoring changes the outcome
One-to-one tutoring targets the two things a classroom cannot: exam technique and the specific topics a student keeps getting wrong. A tutor marks work the way an examiner would, shows where the marks went, and then drills those areas until they hold. Confidence follows from that, not the other way round.
- Exam technique built on real past papers
- Targeted work on areas of weakness
- Confidence going into the exam
What you'll learn in A-Level Biology tutoring
Core skills developed
Every A-Level Biology specification is marked against three assessment objectives: recall, application to unfamiliar contexts, and analysis and evaluation. Application and analysis together carry the clear majority of the marks. We work through past-paper questions objective by objective, so a student can see which of the three is costing them marks rather than just seeing a lower total.
- Reading unfamiliar graphs, tables and results under exam time
- Building six- and nine-mark answers as a linked chain of reasoning
- Required practicals: method, variables, errors and improvements
- The maths content: statistics, rates, magnification and percentage change
- Precise use of biological terms, which mark schemes reward and paraphrase does not
How are students assessed
On UK boards, Biology is assessed by written papers sat at the end of the course, with no coursework counting towards the grade. Cambridge, Edexcel International and OxfordAQA can be sat in stages, and practical work is examined either in the written papers or in a separate practical paper.
- Structured questions and calculations: we drill these against real past papers and mark schemes
- Extended answers: marked on a chain of reasoning, so we rewrite answers until an examiner could award full marks
- Data and practical questions: unfamiliar results and experiments the student may not have run recently
What A-Level Biology topics do we cover?
Five units, each examined in its own 75-mark, 90-minute paper. Units 1 and 2 make up the International AS, and Units 3 to 5 complete the full International A-level, with each unit worth 20% of the A-level. Students can sit the AS units in the first year and the A2 units in the second, or take all five in the same exam series at the end, and any unit can be resat with the best result counting.
International AS · Units 1 and 2
- Unit 1: The diversity of living organisms
- Unit 2: Biological systems and disease
International A-level · Units 3 to 5
- Unit 3: Populations and genes
- Unit 4: Control
- Unit 5: Synoptic paper, drawing on the whole specification
Five units: two AS units and three A2 units. Unit 5 is a practical test sat on set dates in the spring term of the second year, and Unit 4 carries an options section.
- AS Unit 1: Basic Biochemistry and Cell Organisation
- AS Unit 2: Biodiversity and Physiology of Body Systems
- A2 Unit 3: Energy, Homeostasis and the Environment
- A2 Unit 4: Variation, Inheritance and Options
- A2 Unit 5: Practical Examination
Six units, each examined separately in January, June or October rather than all at once at the end of the course. Units 1 to 3 make up the AS award and Units 4 to 6 complete the full IAL, and any unit can be resat on its own to improve the grade.
- Unit 1: Molecules, Diet, Transport and Health
- Unit 2: Cells, Development, Biodiversity and Conservation
- Unit 3: Practical Skills in Biology I
- Unit 4: Energy, Environment, Microbiology and Immunity
- Unit 5: Respiration, Internal Environment, Coordination and Gene Technology
- Unit 6: Practical Skills in Biology II
Edexcel runs two separate A-Levels. Biology A, the Salters-Nuffield route, sets eight context-led topics. Biology B sets ten topics organised by biological theme. We match tutors to the specification code on your child’s exam entry.
Biology A · Salters-Nuffield · 9BN0
- Topic 1: Lifestyle, Health and Risk
- Topic 2: Genes and Health
- Topic 3: Voice of the Genome
- Topic 4: Biodiversity and Natural Resources
- Topic 5: On the Wild Side
- Topic 6: Immunity, Infection and Forensics
- Topic 7: Run for your Life
- Topic 8: Grey Matter
Biology B · 9BI0
- Topic 1: Biological Molecules
- Topic 2: Cells, Viruses and Reproduction of Living Things
- Topic 3: Classification and Biodiversity
- Topic 4: Exchange and Transport
- Topic 5: Energy for Biological Processes
- Topic 6: Microbiology and Pathogens
- Topic 7: Modern Genetics
- Topic 8: Origins of Genetic Variation
- Topic 9: Control Systems
- Topic 10: Ecosystems
Six teaching modules. Module 1 is practical skills, assessed in the written papers and through the Practical Endorsement, and Modules 2 to 6 carry the content.
- Module 1: Development of practical skills in biology
- Module 2: Foundations in biology
- Module 3: Exchange and transport
- Module 4: Biodiversity, evolution and disease
- Module 5: Communication, homeostasis and energy
- Module 6: Genetics, evolution and ecosystems
Eight compulsory topics across two years, with Topics 1 to 4 taught in Year 12 and Topics 5 to 8 in Year 13. Later papers draw on earlier topics and Paper 3 covers the full course, so we teach the later topics against the earlier ones.
- Topic 1: Biological molecules
- Topic 2: Cells
- Topic 3: Organisms exchange substances with their environment
- Topic 4: Genetic information, variation and relationships between organisms
- Topic 5: Energy transfers in and between organisms
- Topic 6: Organisms respond to changes in their environments
- Topic 7: Genetics, populations, evolution and ecosystems
- Topic 8: The control of gene expression
Nineteen topics. AS candidates study Topics 1 to 11 and sit Papers 1 to 3. Full A Level candidates study all nineteen and sit all five papers. AS content is assumed knowledge in the A Level papers.
AS Level · Topics 1 to 11
- 1 Cell structure
- 2 Biological molecules
- 3 Enzymes
- 4 Cell membranes and transport
- 5 The mitotic cell cycle
- 6 Nucleic acids and protein synthesis
- 7 Transport in plants
- 8 Transport in mammals
- 9 Gas exchange
- 10 Infectious disease
- 11 Immunity
A Level · Topics 12 to 19
- 12 Energy and respiration
- 13 Photosynthesis
- 14 Homeostasis
- 15 Control and co-ordination
- 16 Inherited change
- 17 Selection and evolution
- 18 Classification, biodiversity and conservation
- 19 Genetic technology
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A-Level Biology with an academic tutor costs from $60 USD (£45) per hour, and packages save 5–15%, helpful for steady work through a content-heavy course. Pay as you go is invoiced after each lesson, with no lock-in contracts. Professional tutors (qualified teachers and examiners) cost from $85 USD (£64) per hour. See pricing.
Late cancellations and no-shows are charged at half the lesson fee. That applies if you cancel less than one hour before the start time, or don't turn up. You can still change a session time whenever you need to, as long as you give your tutor notice.
Our academic tutors achieved an A* or A in A-Level Biology, and our professional tutors are qualified teachers or examiners with 5+ years' experience. We accept only the top 5% of applicants. You are matched to a tutor who knows your board and specification code, for example Edexcel Biology A (Salters-Nuffield) or Biology B, or Cambridge 9700 with its practical paper. Read about our tutors and how we select tutors.
Tutoring is one-to-one and online, with a tutor matched to A-Level Biology, your exam board and your target grade. Sessions focus on your weakest topics using past paper questions from your board. In Biology that means practising unfamiliar data questions under time pressure, rewriting six- and nine-mark answers as linked reasoning, and revisiting required practicals and mechanisms that examiners report as muddled. See how it works or start with the student application.
Yes, mainly because of the volume of content, which is far greater than anything students meet at GCSE. Knowing the facts is not enough either: top marks go to answers that apply them. Papers regularly include unfamiliar data and graphs, extended answers are marked on reasoning rather than keywords, and practical and statistics questions can be set on experiments you did months earlier. Mechanisms such as synaptic transmission and gene expression are frequent stumbling points. Our online A-Level tutoring focuses on these areas.
In summer 2026, 9.3% of UK A-Level Biology entries achieved an A*, and 27.8% achieved A* or A (JCQ), from 73,925 entries. An A* needs secure recall of a very large specification, but most of the marks reward applying it: interpreting unfamiliar data and graphs, building extended answers as a linked chain of reasoning, and handling practical and statistics questions with precise biological terms that mark schemes reward.
Grade boundaries are set after each exam series and change every year. In June 2026, AQA's A* boundary for A-Level Biology was 199 out of 260 (77%), and OCR's for Biology A was 204 out of 270 (76%). Cambridge's June 2026 A* threshold for 9700 was 192 out of 260 (74%) for one standard paper combination. On Edexcel International, an A* needs an overall A plus at least 90% of the uniform marks across the IA2 units. Sources: AQA, OCR, Cambridge and Pearson International.
There is no coursework that counts towards the grade. On AQA, OCR and Pearson Edexcel you complete a Practical Endorsement: teachers assess your practical skills against common criteria, and the result is reported separately as Pass or Not Classified, alongside but not part of the grade. Written papers still test the practicals you have done. Cambridge instead sets an Advanced Practical Skills exam, and WJEC in Wales sets a practical examination unit with an experimental task and a practical analysis task. See the Pearson Edexcel specification.
A-Level Biology is assessed by written exams, with practical skills tested either in those papers or in a separate practical exam. On AQA, OCR and Pearson Edexcel all papers are sat at the end of the course, and AQA's Paper 3 can draw on the whole specification. Edexcel offers two separate A-Levels, Biology A (Salters-Nuffield) and Biology B. The biggest difference is Cambridge 9700, where you can sit Papers 1 to 3 for the AS first and add the remaining papers for the full A Level, including a planning, analysis and evaluation paper. See the AQA specification.
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