Edexcel A Level Biology A (Salters-Nuffield) 9BN0 — Revision Notes & Past Papers
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What is Edexcel A Level Biology A (Salters-Nuffield) (9BN0)?
What is Edexcel A Level Biology A (Salters-Nuffield) (9BN0)?
Pearson Edexcel A Level Biology A (Salters-Nuffield) (9BN0) is a context-led Level 3 Advanced GCE assessed through three externally examined written papers plus a separately reported Science Practical Endorsement. Biological concepts — from the natural environment, species survival and biodiversity to energy, exercise, co-ordination and gene technology — are taught through real-life contexts and developed via eighteen core practical activities. The qualification is graded A* to E.
Assessment
| Paper | Total marks | Duration | Style of questions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper 1 — The Natural Environment and Species Survival (9BN0/01) | 100 marks · 33.33% | 2h | Written exam, multiple choice, short open, calculations and extended writing |
| Paper 2 — Energy, Exercise and Co-ordination (9BN0/02) | 100 marks · 33.33% | 2h | Written exam, multiple choice, short open, calculations and extended writing |
| Paper 3 — General and Practical Applications in Biology (9BN0/03) | 100 marks · 33.33% | 2h | Written exam, synoptic and practical-skills questions |
Total 300 marks · three equally weighted papers · 100% external · graded A* to E · plus Science Practical Endorsement (reported separately as pass/fail).
Source: Edexcel A level Biology A (Salters-Nuffield) 9BN0 specification
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