13BIOL
NCEA Level 3 Biology
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Introduction
Introduction
This course covers a broad range of biological and scientific topics to provide students with an understanding of the living world around us. There are practical investigations in Biology, understanding systems of the human body, socio-scientific issue debates, evolutionary patterns, and behaviours and responses of plants and animals. Students can also work towards endorsement in Biology with Merit or Excellence.
Course Outline
Course Outline
Homeostasis - How do we thermoregulate?
Socio - Scientific research - What are the big issues facing us in Aotearoa?
Animal & Plant Behaviour and Responses (External)
Practical Investigation - Why do animals behave the way they do?
This subject offers Literacy & Numeracy credits and is UE endorsed.
Credits Available:
Internal - 11-14
External - 5
Total - 15-19
Where this course can lead
Where this course can lead
Level 3 Biology is a UE approved subject and can lead to a wide variety of tertiary courses, as well as practical and hands on jobs.
Prerequisites & Equipment
Prerequisites & Equipment
Minimum of 12 NCEA Level 2 Science credits, preferably Level 2 Biology.
No specific equipment is required.
Who to contact for more information
Who to contact for more information
Kirsten Keighley - kke@waitarahs.school.nz
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