LEVEL 3 BIOLOGY – L3BIO

Learning Area: Science

Qualification: NCEA Level 3

Level 3 Biology explores the interactions and behaviours of organisms in response to both their external and internal environments. This involves studying how humans maintain a stable internal environment, current biotechnology techniques and the social and economic impact of these techniques. There is also a field trip to Orana Park to study the behaviour of animals and look at how plants respond to their environment. Level 3 Biology opens up many career opportunities in Health Science, Sports Science, Veterinary Science, Environmental Science and Sustainability, Nursing and Aged Care or Food Science. It complies with University Entrance subject requirements. 

Course Components:

Animal behaviour and Plant Responses, Homeostatic Mechanisms, Biological Investigation, Genetic Transfer Techniques and Speciation. 

External Credits:                                  9

Internal Credits:                                 10

L2 Literacy:                                            Reading Credits:        15                        Writing Credits:             9

Entry Recommendations:            12 Level 2 NCEA Biology credits, including 1 External Standard