Biology - NCEA Level 2
Entry Requirements: 14 credits at Level 1 Science, or at Head of Learning's discretion.
Course Outline:
This course explores biological concepts and processes such as cell structure and function, genetics and evolution and animal gas exchange. Practical skills will be enhanced as students will carry out a range of investigations. Emphasis will be placed on linking organisms' structures to their function and practical investigative skills. The course is divided into three sections:
- Cell structure and function
- Animal structure and function
- Genetics and Evolution
Assessment:
- Internal credits - up to 10
- External credits - up to 12
- Total credits - up to 22
Level 1 Literacy: Up to 15 Level 1 Literacy credits are available
Level 1/University Entrance Numeracy: Up to 4 Level 1/UE Numeracy credits are available
Comments: Success in the Level 1 external Biology Achievement Standard AS90948 is advised.
This course leads to: Level 3 Biology
Contact: Mrs Rosie Gibson
