Get university-ready with this all-in-one A Level bundle for those looking to study an environment-focused degree. Includes environmental science, geography, and biology online and earn up to 168 UCAS points!
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It is recommended that you have a minimum grade 4/C in GCSE Maths. However, this is not essential.
Environmental Science: Fieldwork and two written exams.
Geography: Three paper-based exams, fieldwork, and coursework.
Biology: Three paper-based exams and twelve practical assessments.
Designed for learners with an interest in environmental issues, climate change, and sustainable development, our A Level Ecology & Environment Bundle offers the ideal A Level subject combination if you’re looking to study a degree at university in a related field.
You’ll earn three nationally recognised A Level qualifications in environmental science, geography, and biology (the same ones offered in schools and colleges) giving you up to 168 UCAS points and full access to the same university pathways. Study entirely online, at your own pace, with no term dates or deadlines holding you back. Enrol anytime and start when you’re ready.
This bundle is perfect if you’re aiming for a career in climate research, conservation, sustainability, or natural resource management. It gives you a strong foundation of knowledge and skills that are highly relevant to these fields.
Why choose this bundle?
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These take place at our centre in Birmingham and will be conducted across 2 consecutive weekends. Sessions will run from September to April. These must be attended prior to sitting your examinations within the same academic year. There are limited weekday sessions available which take place across 5 days Monday to Friday.
Scientific research is a fundamental part of Environmental Science therefore students must undertake fieldwork which meets the minimum requirement of 4 days. Students will carry out an independent investigation in clear environmental contexts which involves application of scientific methodologies and sampling techniques.
Knowledge and understanding of practical skills will be assessed within the written examinations. If you choose to add your exams and fieldwork with us, the fieldwork trip will take place in Lincolnshire.
This course takes approximately 360 hours per A Level to study. You will have two years to complete your A Levels. If you want to fast-track, the courses can be completed in under a year.
The only deadlines involved in studying this course are concerning the A Level exam timetables. Please see the exams and assessments section for more information on this.
To achieve the A Level qualifications in this bundle, you must complete exams and fieldwork. Please find below key information on adding your exams to your enrolment, exam centre locations, and fieldwork.
Exams package or course-only option
When you enrol on your course, you will have the option to add your exams to your enrolment, or you can select the course-only option.
Choosing to add the exams package
If you choose to add your exams to your enrolment, all you need to do is contact us when you are ready to sit your exams, we will book and pay for them on your behalf. Please note that the A Level exam timetable typically takes place during May and June each year. You are advised to contact us well in advance of when you intend to sit your exams so that we can confirm your place with the exam board – cut-off dates apply.
The course-only option
If you do not add your exams to your enrolment, you will be responsible for booking and paying for your exams yourself. If you select this option, you must source and liaise with your chosen exam centre in order to book your exams, Adult Education College will not be able to book your exams for you. In this instance, you are advised to contact AQA exam centres well in advance of their intended exam dates, as cut-off dates sometimes change.
Exam centre locations
Please find below a list of available exam centre locations for each A level subject:
Environmental Science and Geography:
Environmental Science:
As part of this course, you must undertake fieldwork that meets the minimum requirement of four days. You can choose to add this on with us as part of the exams and fieldwork package. The fieldwork will be based on a range of habitats in Lincolnshire.
Overall, at least 15% of the marks for your A Level Environmental Science qualification will come from the assessment of your fieldwork skills.
The fieldwork typically takes place in March each year, however, you will need to contact our team to find out the exact dates when you are ready to complete your fieldwork and exams as they must be done in the same year.
Geography:
As part of this course, you must undertake fieldwork that meets the minimum requirement of four days. You can choose to add this on with us as part of the exams and fieldwork package. The fieldwork will be based on a range of habitats in Lincolnshire. Once you have completed your fieldwork, you must complete a written report that is 3,000-4,000 words long based on your fieldwork.
This course will be studied entirely via distance learning, meaning you will complete your learning either from home or a place that suits you.
Full tutor support will be available via email, so if you have any questions or need some guidance, your tutor will be here to help. Your course materials will include a series of self-assessment exercises and tutor-marked questions to allow both yourself and your tutor to monitor your progress.
The study method you choose depends on your personal learning style. Your options are:
Upon successful completion of your exams, you will be awarded A Level qualifications in Environmental Science, Geography, and Biology issued by Edexcel and AQA.
You will also receive UCAS points relevant to the grade you achieved to support your university application.
The final grades you achieve in your A Levels will be translated into UCAS points. Based on your grade, you will be awarded up to 56 points per A Level, which can then be added together to reach the UCAS points you need to be accepted by your chosen university.
To help you achieve the best possible grade from home, we recommend that you complete the tutor-marked assessments included in your course materials. These are designed to provide you with detailed feedback to help you fine-tune your technique before you sit your exam. Completing your tutor-marked assessments will also help your tutor to provide you with a predicted grade if this is required for your UCAS application.
To find out more about Adult Education College, the A Levels we offer, and how they work, download our A Level prospectus.
Yes, you will study the same courses, take the same exams, and get the same qualification. The only difference is that our courses are designed to be studied from home at your own pace, and you will receive full tutor support via email.
Yes, in order to achieve your A Level qualifications, you must complete the exams required by each course’s exam board. A Level exams take place during the summer exam period which typically falls in May and June each year.
For more information, please check the ‘exams and assessments tab’ in our extra information section.
If you select the course-only option when enrolling on your A Levels, you will need to book directly with the exam centre and pay for your exams yourself. We highly recommend researching your options before enrolling as costs can vary between centres. However, if you choose to add your exams to your enrolment, we will take care of booking and paying for your exams for you when you are ready.
You are still able to study our A Level courses abroad, however, you must sit your exams within the UK at an official exam centre.
It’s not a problem. We offer a course replacement service, so if you get into trouble and your course pack is lost or damaged, our Learner Services Team can provide you with a new set of materials for a one-time additional fee.
That’s not a problem. We want to make sure you’re 100% confident about enrolling on the course and starting your study. So, just give our team of education specialists a call on +44 (0)1223637029 and they’ll do their best to help.
