🧬 Biology (O Level) 

Biology (O Level) is an internationally recognized secondary school science qualification that introduces students to the fundamental principles of life and living organisms, including how living things function, interact, and are organized. It blends theory with practical scientific skills to help learners understand biological concepts and prepare for further science studies. 

📘 Course Overview

📌 Subject Code

• Biology 5090 (Cambridge O Level) — a widely taught biology course for students typically aged 14–16. 

🌿 What You Learn

Students explore key life science topics such as:

1. Cells – structure, function, microscopy

2. Classification – grouping organisms, species

3. Movement in/out of cells – diffusion, osmosis, transport

4. Biological molecules & enzymes

5. Plant nutrition & transport

6. Human biology – nutrition, gas exchange, transport

7. Disease & immunity

8. Coordination and control – nervous and hormonal systems

9. Reproduction & inheritance

10. Ecology & relationships of organisms

11. Biotechnology and genetic modification
    …and more aspects of life processes and ecosystems. 

🔬 Skills Developed

The course helps students to:
• Understand how living things work and respond to their environment. 
• Develop practical lab skills – observing, measuring, interpreting data. 
• Use scientific language and problem-solving in biological contexts. 

🧪 Assessment Structure

Assessment typically includes:

• Paper 1 — Multiple Choice: tests core knowledge. 

• Paper 2 — Theory: structured and short-answer questions. 

• Paper 3 — Practical Test or Paper 4 — Alternative to Practical: assesses experimental understanding and practical skills.

📌 Summary

O Level Biology is a foundational life science course that builds understanding of biological concepts and scientific methods. It prepares students for further education in biology or other sciences and helps develop analytical and practical scientific skills.