Biology

Number of Units: 2

Consumables: $80 per annum  

Description: 

Through the study of Biology 11–12, students:

• develop knowledge and understanding of the complex interactions between living things and how human actions can affect the environment

•  apply their knowledge of biology to investigate phenomena, make predictions, address real-world problems and explore the impact of science on society

• explore how Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples’ ways of Knowing, Being and Doing enhance and provide social and Cultural context to the study of biology

• develop critical thinking, ethical decision-making and problem-solving skills.

Students who have shown an achievement in, and/or aptitude for, any of the Stage 6 Science courses in Year 11 may choose to study Science Extension in Year 12. 

Course requirements: 

• Course must be studied with: Nil 

• Course cannot be studied with: 6 other units of Science subjects (Chemistry, Investigating Science and Physics) 

• Major work(s): Nil 

• Other course requirement: 

• One fieldwork exercise must be completed in Year 11

• 10 indicative course hours depth studies in each year
  
  

• Course contributions will cover: Consumables, chemical and equipment for practical investigations 

• Additional resourcing requirements for the course: NESA approved calculator

Link to course webpage: Biology  - See for further information on assessment and course requirements.

Contact: Ms Jess Chang–  rel. Head Teacher Science