NCEA Level 2 Biology
12BIO Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Mrs L. Brown.
Recommended Prior LearningAchieve in three standards in any level 1 Science course (e.g. Science, Biochemistry, physical science and Earth Science, Agriculture/Horticultures), including passing one external standard at the achieved level, PLUS be enrolled for either 12MA1 or 12MA2 AND either 12EN1 or 12EN2.
The Level 2 NCEA biology course is aimed at students who wish to study biology in greater depth and develop the skills which will be used in further study. This course covers pure biology topics of plants and ecology, cell processes, adaptations across several groups of living organisms, and genetics and evolution.
A student will be withdrawn from a standard if the teacher is not confident that the achievement of the standard is within the reach of the student or there is no evidence of the student attempting the assessment.
Course Overview
Term 1
Genetics - this topic follow on from Level 1 Genetics including DNA, inheritance, genetic variation and natural selection.
Term 2
Adaptations in different groups of living organisms
Practical Investigation - this fit within the cellular processes topic.
Term 3
Survival in Extreme Environments - how organisms are adapted to survive in different environments
Gene Expression - study of how cells make proteins and how variation occurs
Term 4
Review and revision - preparation for external exams
Assessment Policy & Procedures Pathway Contributions and Equipment/Stationery
It is recommended students purchase a SCIPAD course book at approximately $25.
1B8 exercise book punched AND computer, pencil, 30cm ruler,blue & black pens, highlighter