A Level · Cambridge · Spec 9700

Biology A Level Cambridge online classes

Expert online Biology tuition for Cambridge International (CAIE) A Level — covering every topic from the 9700 syllabus with exam-focused teaching.

How we teach Biology

Cambridge A Level Biology (9700) covers life at every scale — from the ultrastructure of a single cell to the dynamics of whole ecosystems — and then asks students to prove their grasp across five papers, including a hands-on practical exam and a Paper 5 devoted to planning, analysis and evaluation. Our teaching is shaped around that full demand.

We build the molecular and cellular foundations first — biological molecules, enzymes, membranes and cell division — before moving into transport, gas exchange and the genetics and protein synthesis that underpin the A2 content. Experimental design and data interpretation run alongside the theory throughout, because under the Cambridge model practical reasoning is examined in its own right, not bolted on.

Classes are live and capped small, so every student gets close feedback on both their biological explanations and the precise, well-structured answers these papers reward.

Assessment structure

Syllabus code 9700 — all papers are external written examinations unless noted.

Paper 1 – Multiple Choice 40 marks · 1 hr 15 min · 15.5% of A Level
Paper 2 – AS Level Structured Questions 60 marks · 1 hr 15 min · 23% of A Level
Paper 3 – Advanced Practical Skills 40 marks · 2 hr · practical test · 11.5% of A Level
Paper 4 – A Level Structured Questions 100 marks · 2 hr · 38.5% of A Level
Paper 5 – Planning, Analysis and Evaluation 30 marks · 1 hr 15 min · 11.5% of A Level

Topics we cover

Cell structure & ultrastructure
Biological molecules
Enzymes & their applications
Cell membranes & transport
Cell division & genetics
Nucleic acids & protein synthesis
Transport in organisms
Gas exchange & respiration
Ecology & biodiversity
Inheritance & evolution
Immune system & disease
Practical skills & statistics

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Frequently asked questions

How much maths is in A Level Biology?

More than families expect: standard deviation, t-tests, chi-squared and magnification calculations all appear, mostly in the A2 papers. None of it exceeds O Level arithmetic once taught properly, but it must be practised — statistics questions are among the most reliably banked marks in 9700.

What do Papers 3 and 5 involve?

Paper 3 is a timed practical at the exam centre — microscopy, drawings, dilutions and data handling. Paper 5 is written experimental planning and analysis. Both reward conventions that can be learned in advance, so we teach them as formats with mark schemes, not as surprises.

Is Biology with Chemistry the right combination for MBBS?

For the pre-medical route, yes — IBCC equivalence for medical admission expects Biology and Chemistry, with Physics completing the standard trio. We coordinate teaching across the three sciences for pre-medical students so revision peaks land sensibly rather than colliding in the exam season.

Can my child try a class first?

Yes — the first class is free and live with the real group. If you continue, A Level groups are Rs 24,000 per month per subject and 1-to-1 is Rs 4,000 per class, with multi-subject and sibling discounts. WhatsApp us your preferred evenings and we will match a slot.