Precluded combinations with current SACE subjects: None
Course Outline:
The study of Biology is constructed around inquiry into and application of understanding the diversity of life as it has evolved, the structure and function of living things, and how they interact with their own and other species and their environments.
In their study of Biology, students inquire into and explain biological phenomena and draw evidence-based conclusions from their investigations into biology-related issues, developments, and innovations.
Students explore the dynamic nature of biological science and the complex ways in which science interacts with society, to think critically and creatively about possible scientific approaches to solving everyday and complex problems and challenges. They explore how biologists work with other scientists to develop new understanding and insights, and produce innovative solutions to problems and challenges in local, national, and global contexts, and apply their learning from these approaches to their own scientific thinking.
In Biology, students integrate and apply a range of understanding, inquiry, and scientific thinking skills that encourage and inspire them to contribute their own solutions to current and future problems and challenges. Students also pursue scientific pathways, for example in medical research, veterinary science, food and marine sciences, agriculture, biotechnology, environmental rehabilitation, biosecurity, quarantine, conservation, and ecotourism.
Topics included:
Topic 1: DNA and Proteins
Topic 2: Cells as the Basis of Life
Topic 3: Homeostasis
Topic 4: Evolution Students study all four topics.
Assessment:
School Assessment (70%)
Assessment Type 1: Investigations Folio (30%)
Assessment Type 2: Skills and Applications Tasks (40%).
External Assessment (30%)
Assessment Type 3: Examination (30%).
Students provide evidence of their learning through eight assessments, including the external assessment component.
Students complete:
at least two practical investigations
one investigation with a focus on science as a human endeavor (SHE task)
at least three skills and applications tasks
one examination.
At least one investigation or skills and applications task should involve collaborative work. I
Length of course: Full Year
Credit points and TAS status: 20 Credit TAS
Recommended Background: Satisfactory completion of Stage 1 Biology B, Stage 1 Chemistry, Stage 1 Psychology or Stage 1 Physics.
Precluded combinations with current SACE subjects:
None
Course Outline:
The study of Biology is constructed around inquiry into and application of understanding the diversity of life as it has evolved, the structure and function of living things, and how they interact with their own and other species and their environments.
In their study of Biology, students inquire into and explain biological phenomena and draw evidence-based conclusions from their investigations into biology-related issues, developments, and innovations.
Students explore the dynamic nature of biological science and the complex ways in which science interacts with society, to think critically and creatively about possible scientific approaches to solving everyday and complex problems and challenges. They explore how biologists work with other scientists to develop new understanding and insights, and produce innovative solutions to problems and challenges in local, national, and global contexts, and apply their learning from these approaches to their own scientific thinking.
In Biology, students integrate and apply a range of understanding, inquiry, and scientific thinking skills that encourage and inspire them to contribute their own solutions to current and future problems and challenges. Students also pursue scientific pathways, for example in medical research, veterinary science, food and marine sciences, agriculture, biotechnology, environmental rehabilitation, biosecurity, quarantine, conservation, and ecotourism.
Topics included:
Assessment:
School Assessment (70%)
External Assessment (30%)
Students provide evidence of their learning through eight assessments, including the external assessment component.
Students complete:
At least one investigation or skills and applications task should involve collaborative work. I
Additional Costs:
Further information on post school pathways: