L2 Biology
BIO201 Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Miss J. Smith.
Recommended Prior LearningWhat you need to be able to do and know to achieve in this subject:
To achieve in this subject students should have completed Level 1 Science. However, anyone can achieve in Biology if they are interested and motivated.
This course focuses on students investigating and developing their understanding of the living world. Students will be provided with opportunities to develop their investigative skills through field work.
Who is this subject intended for:
Students who have completed Level 1 Science or at teacher’s discretion.
What you will learn in this subject:
Skills:
Students are given opportunities to develop investigative, research and critical thinking skills
Content:
- Investigations
- Plant and Animal cells
- Validity of information in the media
- Rocky Shore
- Extreme Environments
Where this subject will lead:
Level 3 Biology and then onto science-based university courses. Apprenticeships and science-based Polytechnic courses.
Learning Areas:
Pathway Contributions and Equipment/Stationery
This course may have an optional component which will require payment. Eg workbook, Education Perfect
If possible a school recommended device is advised as much of the work is web-based.