Lessons

Understand the cell cycle and mitosis, then evaluate stem cell therapies and ethics.

Understand cell differentiation, learn key specialised cells, and use the organisation hierarchy confidently.

Identify cell structures and confidently answer microscopy calculation questions (magnification, real size, image size).

Understand what homeostasis is, and the receptor → coordination centre → effector model.

Big-picture map of photosynthesis and respiration, including required practical concepts.

Big-picture map of the Cell biology section and how exam questions usually test it.

Big-picture map of pathogens, transmission, immune response, and drug resistance.

Big-picture map of Organisation: digestive system, circulatory system, gas exchange, plants.

How required practical questions are asked, and the checklist for full marks.

Big-picture map of ecosystems, cycles, biodiversity, and human impacts.

Big-picture map of DNA/genes, inheritance, variation, evolution, and genetic engineering.

Sampling and ecology practical skills: quadrats, transects, risk, and evaluation.

Understand the 3 key transport processes, apply them to real GCSE scenarios, and avoid common exam traps.