Biology Level 2
BIO2 Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Mrs M. Scoggins.
Recommended Prior LearningScience 101, with a merit grade in both the research assignment on covid and the internal practical investigation. Students with achieved grade(s) are subject to HOD discretion.
Biology Level 2
This course involves study of the key concepts of Biology to enable students to choose further study pathways in this specialist area.
Biology study includes Ecology, Genetics, Cell Processes, Bio Validity and Adaptations. The course is a prerequisite for L3 Biology and required for entry into University and Polytechnic Course pathways.
This course will be assessed to a selection of Achievement Standards, both internal and external, with students having the opportunity to gain up to 18 credits at L2.
Course Overview
Term 1
A.S. 91153 v2
Biology 2.1 - Carry out a practical investigation in a biology context, with supervision Internal 4 Credits
A.S. 91154 v2
Biology 2.2 - Analyse the biological validity of information presented to the public Internal 3 Credits
Term 2
A.S. 91157 v2
Biology 2.5 - Demonstrate understanding of genetic variation and change External 4 Credit
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A.S. 91158 v2
Biology 2.6 - Investigate a pattern in an ecological community, with supervision Internal 3 Credits
Term 3
A.S. 91159 v2
Biology 2.7 - Demonstrate understanding of gene expression External 4 Credits
Term 4
Revision
Assessment Information
Assessments
A.S. 91153 v2
Biology 2.1 - Carry out a practical investigation in a biology context, with supervision Internal 4 Credits
A.S. 91154 v2
Biology 2.2 - Analyse the biological validity of information presented to the public Internal 3 Credits
A.S. 91157 v2
Biology 2.5 - Demonstrate understanding of genetic variation and change External 4 Credits
A.S. 91158 v2
Biology 2.6 - Investigate a pattern in an ecological community, with supervision Internal 3 Credits
A.S. 91159 v2
Biology 2.7 - Demonstrate understanding of gene expression External 4 Credits
Total Credits=18
Biology Level 3, Science Level 3
Career PathwaysAcupuncturist, Agricultural/Horticultural Scientist, Pathologist, Zoologist, Clinical Physiologist, Physician, Podiatrist, General Practitioner, Gynaecologist/Obstetrician, Psychiatrist, Forestry Scientist
Contributions and Equipment/StationeryWorkbooks (external & revision) $35.