IB Biology HL

IB Biology HL allows students to develop a broad understanding of biology principles related to several core areas of biology including Cells, Chemistry of Life, Genetics, Ecology and Evolution and Human Health and Physiology. IB Biology allows students to investigate issues that have a global impact such as climate change, energy usage, deforestation, and the ethical implications of biotechnologies such as cloning and genetic engineering.

IB Biology incorporates a variety of instructional methods including lecture, cooperative learning, research and laboratory exercises. There is an emphasis on investigation and experimental design in which students will formulate hypotheses, design and conduct controlled experiments, draw conclusions and communicate their results. This course fulfills the advanced science graduation requirement.

This course is for students who...

Wish to obtain a strong background in the biological sciences
Want to learn in a hands-on environment
Want to design their own experiments
Want to explore biology from a global perspective
Are interested in pursuing a career related to the biological sciences or health-related fields

Student Testimonials/What students say about the course

IB Biology is a great class designed to promote in-depth thinking of biology and chemistry. Biology goes into more complex details of process, organelles, reaction, and much more making people have a better understanding of the world around them. Labs are used for further in-depth evidence, and the ability to create your own lab allows people to have an understanding of how many trials, levels, procedures, materials, and statistical significance. It allows people to use their brains and create a lab from scratch with no instructions so that they can become true biologists. If any incoming Juniors and Seniors want to take this class, be prepared to learn and utilize many skills.

Course Content

Topics covered in the course are defined by the IB Biology guide, 2016 International Baccalaureate Organization)

Cell Biology
Molecular Biology & Nucleic Acids
Genetics
Biotechnology
Ecology
Plant Biology
Evolution & Biodiversity
Human Physiology
Neurobiology & animal behavior

Scheduling Information

Course Number: 517 (Yr 1) / 518 (Yr 2)

Prerequisite(s): Biology and Physical Science or Chemistry are recommended

Graded: AP / IB / CCP Weight

Grades: 11-12

Time Frame: 2 Years

Credit: 2.00 (over 2 years)

Career Connection

The course provides exposure to foundational knowledge and experiences that help prepare students for numerous careers.

Health-Related Professions
Forensics
Industrial Biotechnology
Animal Sciences
Research & Development
Agriculture & Food sciences
Lab Technician

For more information about the course, please contact Miss Molly Niese (Niese_Molly@dublinschools.net)

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