Year 12 Biology (12BIO)
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Ms K. Clearwater.
This course covers:
- The structure, function and processes of cells
- Analysis of the biological validity of information presented to the public
- Concepts and processes relating to genetic diversity
- Exploration of the diversity of animal adaptations to their environments
This forms a sound basis for Year 13 Biology. Students who intend to do Year 13 Biology must take Year 12 Biology. This course can lead on to many careers including medicine, health sciences, nursing, veterinary science, farming, food technology, physiotherapy, and many more.
Pre-requisites
12 credits in Level 1 Science, at least 8 credits of which must be external and HOD approval
Contributions and Equipment/Stationery
$27 for Workbooks (purchased at OfficeMax).
Pathway
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
Total Credits Available: 18 credits.
Externally Assessed Credits: 8 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 10 credits.
External
NZQA Info
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Further assessment opportunities will not be offered for this standard in line with NZQA guidelines
NZQA Info
Further assessment opportunities will not be offered for this standard in line with NZQA guidelines
NZQA Info
Further assessment opportunities will not be offered for this standard in line with NZQA guidelines
Disclaimer
Owing to teachers responding to individual students' needs, courses and NCEA standards taught in a subject maybe different to those displayed.