Westlake Girls’ High School Westlake Girls’ High School

Level 2 Biology

12BIOL
Course Description

Teacher in Charge: Dr L. Boyd-Bell.

Recommended Prior Learning


Subject

Level 

Recommendations

 9 Science

9

Open entry.

10 Science

10

Open entry.

Level 1 Science

1

Achieved grades in Year 10 Science or entry may be granted at the discretion of the HOD.

Level 2 Biology

2

Achievement of the Genetic Variation Topic Test, Achievement of the Literacy Co-Reqs,

Level 3 Biology

3

Achievement of at least One Level 2 Biology External Achievement Standard and One Level 2 Biology Internal Assessment. Achievement of the Literacy Co-Reqs,


 


This course will allow the student to develop their knowledge, skills, and attitudes in contexts that enable them to link the biology curriculum with their experiences of the world around them. Learning experiences will increase student knowledge of the flora, fauna, and the environment of Aotearoa's biosphere. Students will also gain an understanding of life processes, ecology, gene expression, and evolution.

There will be a field trip to the Rocky Shore as part of this course.

The standards offered in this course may be altered at the discretion of the Head of Department.


Departments:

Science


Pathway

Level 3 Biology

Career Pathways

Zoologist, Marine Biologist, Diver, Environmental Scientist, Ranger



			
					
					Course Material Costs
										

SciPad External Workbook
Education Perfect


Disclaimer

Courses will only run based on minimum entries

Selecting a course does not guarantee entry into this course

You may apply for an exemption if you do not meet the prerequisites of a course or if the course requires this for entry

Standards offered can be altered at the discretion of the HOF or HOD of the Department

Some standards in NCEA courses might be optional depending on student strengths