AQA A-Level Biology Tutor — Expert Online Tuition for the 7402 Specification
Specialist AQA A-Level Biology tuition from Tyrone — a Chartered Biologist and former WJEC/Eduqas & Edexcel examiner with over 25 years of teaching experience. I taught the AQA specification full-time at Gower College Swansea for over 5 years and know the 7402 specification inside out. I teach you exactly how to answer AQA questions to earn every available mark.
Last updated: February 2026
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Meet Your AQA Biology Tutor: Tyrone
Qualifications and Background
Official AQA A-Level Biology Resources
I always encourage my students to use the official AQA resources alongside our tuition sessions. These are the key links you will need throughout your course:
📋 AQA 7402 Specification
The full A-Level Biology specification — your bible for the course. Know exactly what can and cannot be examined.
View Specification →📝 Past Papers & Mark Schemes
Official past papers, mark schemes and examiner reports. Practising with real papers is the single most effective revision strategy.
View Past Papers →📊 AQA Subject Page
The main AQA Biology hub with teaching resources, key dates, entry information and specification updates.
Visit AQA Biology →How I Help AQA Biology Students
Every student is different, so every tutoring programme is personalised. But my approach always combines deep content knowledge with practical exam technique training. Here is what you can expect:
Specification-Focused Teaching
I teach specifically to the AQA 7402 specification. Every concept, example, and practice question is directly relevant to your exams — nothing is wasted.
Exam Technique Training
I break down exactly what AQA examiners want to see. You will learn the specific phrases, structures, and approaches that consistently earn full marks on each question type.
Past Paper Practice
We work through real AQA past papers together, with detailed feedback on your answers using actual mark schemes. This is the most effective way to improve your grade.
Essay Writing Coaching
The 25-mark essay in Paper 3 is worth 10% of your entire A-Level. I teach you how to plan, structure, and write essays that consistently score in the top band.
Tuition Options
One-to-One Tuition
Individual sessions typically lasting one hour, tailored entirely to your needs. Ideal for focused, personalised attention on the AQA topics and exam techniques that matter most to you.
Learn more →Small Group Tuition
Study alongside 2–8 other students. A cost-effective option if you enjoy collaborative learning and benefit from hearing different questions and perspectives.
Learn more →What Makes AQA A-Level Biology Challenging
The AQA 7402 specification is one of the most popular A-Level Biology courses in England, taken by approximately 55% of all A-Level Biology students. It is also one of the most demanding. The exams go well beyond testing factual recall — they require you to apply your knowledge to unfamiliar contexts, analyse data you have never seen before, and write extended answers that hit every mark scheme point.
Many students tell me they understand the biology but struggle to translate that understanding into marks. This is exactly what I help with. I teach you how AQA structures their questions, what the mark schemes actually reward, and the exam techniques that consistently turn good answers into full-mark answers.
Common Struggles I Help AQA Students Overcome
25-Mark Essay (Paper 3)
The synoptic essay is unique to AQA and catches many students off guard. I teach a structured approach: how to plan in 5 minutes, how to balance breadth and depth, and how to use scientific terminology that earns marks.
6-Mark Extended Response Questions
Knowing what structure to use, which key terms to include, and how to organise your answer logically is essential. I break down the mark scheme patterns so you can write confidently under exam pressure.
Data Analysis and Graph Interpretation
AQA frequently presents unfamiliar experiments and asks you to interpret the results. I teach you how to approach these questions systematically so you are never caught off guard.
Required Practicals
AQA has 12 required practicals that are assessed in the written exams. Understanding the principles behind each practical — not just memorising the method — is essential for full marks.
Mathematical Skills (10% of the Exam)
AQA requires Level 2 mathematical skills including statistical tests, logarithms, and calculations involving ratios and percentages. I help students who find the maths challenging build confidence with these questions.
Understanding the AQA A-Level Biology Exam Structure
AQA A-Level Biology (7402) is a linear qualification — all three papers are sat at the end of Year 13. Understanding the structure of each paper is essential for effective revision and exam preparation.
Paper 1 — Topics 1–4 (35% of A-Level)
Duration: 2 hours | Marks: 91 | Question types: Short and long answer, plus comprehension
Covers biological molecules, cells, organisms exchanging substances with their environment, and genetic information, variation and relationships between organisms. Includes questions on relevant practical skills.
Paper 2 — Topics 5–8 (35% of A-Level)
Duration: 2 hours | Marks: 91 | Question types: Short and long answer, plus comprehension
Covers energy transfers in and between organisms, organisms responding to changes in their environment, genetics populations evolution and ecosystems, and the control of gene expression. Includes questions on relevant practical skills.
Paper 3 — All Topics (30% of A-Level)
Duration: 2 hours | Marks: 78 | Question types: Structured questions, critical analysis of experimental data, plus one 25-mark essay (choice of two titles)
This is the synoptic paper. It draws on content from across all 8 topics and tests your ability to make connections between different areas of biology. The 25-mark essay is worth approximately 10% of the entire A-Level and is where many students either gain or lose a grade boundary.
For the full specification, visit the official AQA A-Level Biology 7402 specification page.
The 8 AQA A-Level Biology Topics I Cover
I cover every topic in the AQA 7402 specification, tailoring each session to the areas where you need the most help. Here is an overview of the 8 topics and the key challenges within each:
Biological Molecules
Carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, nucleic acids, ATP, water, and inorganic ions. This is foundation knowledge that underpins the entire course. Students often underestimate its importance early on.
Cells
Cell structure and microscopy, transport across cell membranes, cell recognition and the immune system. Includes practical techniques that are frequently examined.
Organisms Exchange Substances with Their Environment
Gas exchange, digestion and absorption, mass transport in animals and plants. Questions often link structure to function — a key AQA theme.
Genetic Information, Variation and Relationships Between Organisms
DNA, genes and chromosomes, DNA and protein synthesis, genetic diversity, taxonomy and biodiversity. Many students find meiosis and genetic variation particularly challenging.
Energy Transfers in and Between Organisms
Photosynthesis, respiration, energy and ecosystems, nutrient cycles. The biochemistry of respiration and photosynthesis is where many students struggle most.
Organisms Respond to Changes in Their Internal and External Environments
Stimuli, nervous coordination and muscles, homeostasis. Nerve impulse transmission and the sliding filament theory require careful explanation.
Genetics, Populations, Evolution and Ecosystems
Inheritance, populations, evolution, ecosystems. Includes Hardy-Weinberg calculations and chi-squared tests — the mathematical element that many students find daunting.
The Control of Gene Expression
Gene expression, recombinant DNA technology, gene cloning and genetic fingerprinting. This topic is often taught last and revised least — but it appears in Paper 2 and the synoptic Paper 3.
For past papers, mark schemes and examiner reports, visit the AQA Biology 7402 assessment resources page.
AQA A-Level Biology Required Practicals
AQA has 12 required practicals that you must understand for the written exams. At least 15% of the marks across all three papers relate to practical skills. I make sure my students understand the principles behind each practical, not just the method — because that is what AQA examiners test.
Investigation into the effect of a named variable on the rate of an enzyme-catalysed reaction
Preparation of stained squashes of cells from plant root tips
Production of a dilution series of a solute to calibrate a colorimeter
Investigation into the effect of a named variable on the permeability of cell-surface membranes
Dissection of animal or plant gas exchange or mass transport system
Use of aseptic techniques to investigate the effect of antimicrobial substances
Use of chromatography to investigate the pigments isolated from leaves
Investigation into the effect of a named variable on the rate of respiration
Investigation into the effect of a named environmental factor on the distribution of a given species
Investigation into the effect of a named factor on animal or plant responses
Production of a dilution series of a glucose solution and use of biosensors
Investigation into the effect of a named variable on the permeability of cell membranes (using gel electrophoresis or gene technology)
I Also Cover Other Exam Boards
Not studying AQA? I cover all major UK and international A-Level Biology specifications. Click below to find your exam board:
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Book Free ConsultationFrequently Asked Questions About AQA Biology Tuition
Yes. I taught the AQA 7402 specification full-time at Gower College Swansea for over 5 years and have continued teaching it as a private tutor. I have a thorough understanding of all 8 topics, the 12 required practicals, and the exam structure including the Paper 3 synoptic essay. I teach specifically to the AQA mark schemes so my students know exactly what examiners expect.
The Paper 3 essay is unique to AQA and catches many students off guard. I teach a structured approach: how to plan your essay in 5 minutes, how to cover breadth and depth, and how to include the scientific terminology that earns marks. We practise with real past essay titles so you feel confident on exam day.
Absolutely. AQA has 12 required practicals that are assessed in the written exams. I make sure my students understand the principles, methods, and data analysis behind each one — not just memorise the procedures. This is essential for the practical-based questions that appear across all three papers.
I have a 100% grade improvement rate across all exam boards. My students consistently achieve grades above their predicted results. You can read testimonials from students and parents on my testimonials page.
One-to-one tuition is £80 per hour Monday to Friday and £120 per hour at weekends. Small group tuition is £50 per hour per student Monday to Friday and £80 per hour at weekends, with a minimum of 4 students per group. Please see my charges page for full details.
Yes. I cover both the AS (7401) and A-Level (7402) AQA Biology specifications. Whether you are in Year 12 preparing for AS exams or Year 13 preparing for the full A-Level, I can help.
Disclaimer: The information provided on this page is intended for educational guidance only. While every effort has been made to ensure accuracy, Biology Education and its author accept no responsibility for individual exam outcomes. Students are advised to consult their own teachers, tutors, and official AQA resources as part of their revision.
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