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A-Level Biology

AQA 7402 · Cells, organisms, genetic information, ecosystems

120
Minutes
20
Questions
62,000
Learners
~75% (Grade E)
Pass mark
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From practice to the real exam

Verified sources
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Confirm board
AQA 7402 is the most popular A-Level Biology board. Edexcel 9BN0 (Salters-Nuffield) and OCR H420 follow similar structures.
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Cover the 8 topics
AQA: (1) Biological molecules, (2) Cells, (3) Organisms exchange substances, (4) Genetic information & variation, (5) Energy transfers, (6) Organisms respond to changes, (7) Genetics & populations, (8) Control of gene expression.
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12 required practicals
Up to 15% of marks. Includes microscopy, dissection, enzyme rates, water potential, mitosis prep, and respirometers. Practical endorsement is separate Pass/Fail.
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Three papers
Paper 1 (Topics 1–4), Paper 2 (Topics 5–8), Paper 3 (any content + an essay). 2 hours each.
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Use mark schemes
A-Level Biology answers are precise — examiners reward EXACT terminology. Study mark schemes alongside past papers.
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Exam blueprint

What this exam covers

5 topics · 20 questions in the bank
Topic weights below mirror the real exam blueprint. To practise any single topic, use the Your study path panel on the right.
01Biological molecules
20%4 questions
02Cells
20%4 questions
03Organisms exchange substances
20%4 questions
04Genetic information & variation
20%4 questions
05Energy transfers & responses
20%4 questions
The experience

What to expect on test day

Timed simulation
Every mock runs under real exam time pressure. No pauses, no hints — exactly like the day.
Randomised questions
Every attempt draws fresh questions. You cannot memorise your way to a pass — you have to understand.
Integrity monitoring
Tab switches are logged in mock mode. Three switches auto-submits — same discipline as a real proctor.
Detailed results
Topic-by-topic breakdown, every answer explained, and a personalised 5-day study plan when you finish.
How to prepare

Competitive study playbook

Four habits that move the needle most — pulled from how high-scorers actually study.

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Spend the first week entirely on your weakest topic — momentum follows confidence.
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Previous-year papers are the single highest-ROI study tool. Treat them as gospel.
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Strict time per question. Most failures are time-management failures, not knowledge failures.
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For GS: daily current affairs reading is non-negotiable — even 15 minutes compounds.