Clear, specification-matched A-level Biology notes to use alongside retrieval practice and exam questions.
The complete sets are available for AQA, OCR A and Edexcel Biology A (Salters–Nuffield/SNAB). Each complete set covers Year 12 and Year 13, costs £26 and is supplied as an immediate PDF download through Buy Me a Coffee.
Alternatively, choose to purchase just the Year 12 or Year 13 notes, or just the data and evaluation extra.
The notes combine concise explanations with hand-drawn diagrams and terminology informed by exam-board mark schemes. Choose your exam board below, or try a free sample first.
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AQA A-level Biology notes
Complete revision notes for the AQA A-level Biology specification, covering Year 12 and Year 13 content in a clear, topic-by-topic format.
- Complete digital set: £26
- PDF download available immediately after purchase
- Includes clear explanations, key terminology and hand-drawn diagrams
- Written specifically for AQA A-level Biology
OCR A A-level Biology notes
Complete revision notes for OCR A A-level Biology, covering Year 12 and Year 13 content and organised to make the specification easier to work through.
- Complete digital set: £26
- PDF download available immediately after purchase
- Includes clear explanations, key terminology and hand-drawn diagrams
- Written specifically for OCR A A-level Biology
Edexcel Biology A (Salters–Nuffield/SNAB) notes
Complete revision notes for Edexcel Biology A (Salters–Nuffield), also commonly called SNAB, covering Year 12 and Year 13 content.
- Complete digital set: £26
- PDF download available immediately after purchase
- Includes clear explanations, key terminology and hand-drawn diagrams
- Written specifically for Edexcel Biology A (Salters–Nuffield)
What is included in the complete Biology notes?
Each complete set includes:
- Coverage of the Year 12 and Year 13 content for the selected exam board.
- A set of notes called “data and evaluation” covering skills associated with presenting data, calculations, statistics, and evaluating data.
- Clear explanations of the knowledge and processes students need to understand.
- Hand-drawn diagrams to support visual learning.
- Key terminology selected with exam-board wording and mark schemes in mind.
- Notes organised by the topics or modules used by the relevant specification.
- Downloadable PDF files that can be viewed digitally or printed for personal use.
These are revision notes rather than a bank of exam questions. They are designed to make the specification easier to understand and revisit, then to be used alongside active recall and past-paper practice.
Why use specification-matched notes?
Biology courses overlap, but the content, organisation and wording are not identical across AQA, OCR A and Edexcel Biology A. Using notes written for your own exam board helps you follow the correct specification and focus on the terminology relevant to your course.
Every summer, I review the most recently released exam papers and mark schemes. They can reveal useful patterns in how familiar content is assessed and which details are needed for particular marking points. I use that evidence to clarify or extend the notes where appropriate.
No revision resource can predict exam questions or replace active practice. The notes are intended to provide a strong, well-organised foundation for retrieval practice, flashcards and exam questions.
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Try a free sample first
You can download a free 2026–27 sample for each exam board before deciding whether the complete notes suit you. No email address is required.
Free AQA A-level Biology notes sample
Sample: Topic 1 — Biological Molecules
Free OCR A A-level Biology notes sample
Sample: Module 2, Part 2 — Biological Molecules
Free Edexcel Biology A notes sample
Sample: Topic 1 — Lifestyle and Risk
How to use the notes effectively
Reading notes is useful for building understanding, but the strongest revision is active. A good routine is to:
- Choose a short section and read it carefully. Make sure you understand the science.
- Close the notes and retrieve the information from memory using blurting, flashcards or a blank diagram.
- Reopen the notes to identify gaps and correct mistakes.
- Answer exam questions on the same content.
- Use the mark scheme to check your have used the correct precision in your terminology and haven’t missed out key points.
You can also annotate the PDFs, bring questions from them to lessons or tutoring sessions, and revisit weaker topics throughout Year 12 and Year 13.
For more revision guidance and free topic articles, visit my A-level Biology revision hub.
Who creates the notes?
I’m Dr Zoë Huggett, an independent online A-level Biology and Chemistry tutor. I have a PhD in Nutritional Sciences, an MRes in Biosciences and a BSc in Animal Science, all from the University of Nottingham.
I have more than six years of tutoring experience and have delivered more than 2,000 hours of one-to-one tuition. I am also a member of The Tutors’ Association. My work with A-level students helps me see where explanations are often unclear, which misconceptions recur and where students need more precise biological language.
I write and draw the notes myself, using the published exam-board specifications, papers and mark schemes to guide the content. The resources are independently produced and are not endorsed by AQA, OCR or Pearson Edexcel.
How purchasing and downloading works
- Select the complete set for your exam board, or the individual Year 12 or Year 13 sets.
- Complete the one-off purchase securely through Buy Me a Coffee.
- Download the PDF files immediately after purchase.
- Save a copy to your own device so it is available when you revise.
The files are protected by copyright and are for the purchaser’s personal use only. Please do not share, resell or upload them elsewhere.
Frequently asked questions
Are the notes current for 2026–27?
Yes. The sets linked on this page are the 2026–27 editions. I review the notes annually against the relevant specification and the latest publicly available exam papers and mark schemes.
Which exam boards are covered?
Complete sets are available for AQA, OCR A and Edexcel Biology A (Salters–Nuffield/SNAB). Check the specification named by your school before purchasing.
Do the complete sets cover both Year 12 and Year 13?
Yes. Each complete set covers the Year 12 and Year 13 content for the named exam board. Separate products are also available in the shop, so check the product title before completing your purchase.
Are these printed notes?
No. They are digital PDF files supplied as an immediate download. You can view them on a device or print them for your own personal use.
Can I see the notes before buying?
Yes. A free sample is available above for each of the three exam boards, with no email sign-up required.
Will the notes replace exam-question practice?
No. The notes are designed to support understanding and retrieval, but students should also complete exam questions and use mark schemes to develop application and exam technique.
Are the notes produced or endorsed by the exam boards?
No. The notes are independently written by Dr Zoë Huggett using the published specifications, exam papers and mark schemes. They are not official or endorsed resources from AQA, OCR or Pearson Edexcel.
Choose the right A-level Biology notes for your course
Select your exam board to view the complete 2026–27 notes, or download a free sample first to see whether the style works for you.
If you are unsure which set you need, check with your school or contact me before purchasing.
