Number of Units: 2
Exclusions: You can only study six units of Science in Year 11
Method of Delivery: St Luke’s
External Assessment: HSC Examination
Contribution to ATAR: Yes
Course Description
Biology explores the diversity of life from a molecular to a biological systems level. The course examines the interactions between living things and the environments in which they live. It explores the application of biology and its significance in finding solutions to health and sustainability issues in a changing world. Through applying Working Scientifically skills processes and the use of biological technologies, the course aims to examine how biological practices are developed and used. This course requires mandatory practical experiences, which include in-class opportunities as well as excursions to use Working Scientifically skills
Why study this course
You should pick this subject if you have an interest in biology, enjoy investigating relationships between species and their environment, or you have a career in mind where biological science will provide a good foundation for further study. Students interested in human impacts on ecosystems and climate science should consider Earth and Environmental Science
Topics
In the Preliminary Course, students will develop knowledge and understanding of the structure and function of organisms. This will include a study of: Cells as the basis of life, Organisation of living things, Biological diversity and Ecosystem dynamics.
In the HSC course, students will develop knowledge and understanding of heredity and genetic technologies. This will include a study of: Heredity, Genetic change, Infectious disease and Non-infectious disease and disorders.
Post School Options
The course provides the foundation knowledge and skills required to study biology after completing school, and supports participation in a range of careers in biology and related interdisciplinary industries.