Year 12 Biology
BIO201 Course Description 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 Year 11 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. It covers aspects of ecology at the Rocky Shore, diversity in plants and animals, cells, the impact of human activities within ecosystems and current Biological issued, such as Covid-19. 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
- Vaccinations and Covid-19
- 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.