BGE
Why Biology?
Biology is needed for a wide-range of career options: visit MyWorldofWork for career options and ideas.
S2 and S3 Biology courses are the foundation for the qualification courses offered in S4-S6.
Biology Elective
An elective option for S2 pupils-- a 2 year course that continues into S3
Core Biology
Core Biology
Choice for S3
BGE Personalisation and Choice
Pupils have the option to choose the Biology Elective course near the end of S1. This course is a two-year course designed to peak interest and curiosity as well as instill a love for Biology in the scientists of tomorrow!
Biology Elective
Pupils have the option at the end of S1 to choose Elective Biology.
The elective course covers a wide range of biological topics and endeavors to provide essential practical knowledge and experience. Pupils get the opportunity to work outdoors--sampling organisms, propagating plants, and making observations. The elective course is designed for pupils who are interested in choosing Biology as a core subject to continue their studies long-term--leading onto National 5 and Higher courses.
Some examples of topics covered in the S3 Core and Elective courses:
Biodiversity
Genes and Inheritance
Biotechnology
Animal Behaviour