Biology SKE (self-funded only)
Our self-funded online Biology SKE is a flexible course allowing you to address gaps in your knowledge of Biology at GCSE and A-level. You鈥檒l also be able to address your understanding of KS3 Physics and Chemistry.
Study a Biology SKE course at Sussex
We offer a range of units for trainees, from KS3 to A-Level. All are supported by excellent interactive “SnapRevise” resources. You will have access to all three sciences at GCSE and your specialist subject at A-level. You can refer to the resources whenever you need them in your training year – even after your SKE is complete.
Course structure
The Sussex online Biology SKE is available as a 100 or 200-hour self-funded course.
Once you have enrolled, you will be able to select from the following units:
- KS3 Science (focused on developing your non-specialist sciences to KS3 standard)
- KS3/KS4 Practical Science (Practical Science Skills across the 3 Sciences, but specialising in Biology)
- GCSE Biology - Cells, Organ Systems, Respiration and Photosynthesis
- GCSE Biology - Control Systems, Inheritance, Evolution and Ecology
- A-Level Biology - Biological Molecules and Cells
- A-Level Biology - Exchange Surfaces and Transport, Genetics and Biodiversity
- A-level Biology - Photosynthesis, Respiration, Energy and Ecosystems
- A-level Biology - Internal and External Stimuli, 天美传媒影视ostasis, Control of Gene Expression
Learn more about self-funding your SKE.
Resources
In addition to input from specialist subject tutors you will also receive:
- a physical copy of a GCSE and/or A-level textbook, as well as a revision guide.
- a full subscription to the excellent materials, an interactive course of videos and short assessments (You will have access to all 3 sciences for GCSE and the materials for A-level in your specialist subject. You’ll retain access to these until the end of your training year)
- a fully paid subscription to , a database of past KS3, GCSE and A-level exam questions
- access to thousands of relevant physical and e-books through our Library
- licensed software such as Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat Pro
- access to , a huge collection of documentaries, schools TV, films and drama that you can stream for free.
Contact us
If you have any queries about studying an SKE at Sussex, email ske@sussex.ac.uk or call +44 (0)1273 678783.