Level 2 Biology
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Miss J. Abernethy.
Biology is the study of living things. We go from the big picture biological ideas exploring the Rocky Shore (check out 2022's trip- Taylors Mistake.mp4) to dissections exploring organ functions, to the microscopic learning about cells, DNA and genetics.
This course continues on from the Genetics External in Level 1.
Course Overview
Term 1
Learn about life in an ecosystem- going to the Rocky Shore
Term 2
Understand how our cells and genetics work
Term 3
How do different animals survive in different environments?
Recommended Prior Learning
Level 1 Genetics
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
This course is eligible for subject endorsement.
Total Credits Available: 22 credits.
Externally Assessed Credits: 8 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 14 credits.
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