St Catherines College (Kilbirnie)

Level 2 Biology

Course Description

Teacher in Charge:

Recommended Prior Learning

Students should have gained 12 credits or more in NCEA Level 1 Science, preferably including AS90948 (Demonstrate understanding of biological ideas relating to genetic variation).

AIMS OF THE COURSE:

To increase the knowledge and understanding, and foster the enjoyment of Biology.
To promote the relevance of Biology for informed decision-making in today’s increasingly technological society.
To further develop students understanding and application of the scientific method in the study of living organisms by developing observational and experimental skills in the field and in the laboratory.
To equip students with the skills and knowledge to attain at their highest potential in NCEA Level 2 Biology.
To prepare students for Biology 300 course.

COURSE DESCRIPTION

Content stems from the Level 7 Achievement objectives in the Science learning are of the New Zealand Curriculum ( and L8 if doing AS3.2) and a maxim of 18 credits can be gained through assessment of NCEA level 2 achievement standards ( which may include NCEA L3 credits if doing AS3.2). This maximum may be exceeded at the Principals' discretion if you provide a good argument.

We will construct this course together in class in the first week of Term 1, based on your needs and interests. It will then be added to this document and accessed through Google Classroom. You can print it off if you want your own hard copy.

Learning Areas:

Science

Pathway

Level 3 Biology

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Equipment/Stationery

Students have the option of purchasing a write-on workbook at a cost of approximately $25 which enables students to spend less time writing notes about what they have learned in class.

It is of benefit to students to bring a laptop to lessons although they will not be disadvantaged academically if they do not.

There are opportunities during the year for students to go on optional field trips that may have a cost associated with them.

$15.00 contribution to Education Perfect