Level 1 Specialist Biology Half Course
Course Description
This is a TWO period a week course (half course) with half of the year spent focusing on the Biological concepts of DNA and the Inheritance of Characteristics (Genetics), and half of the year focusing on Ecological sustainability and the impact of human actions on the environment (Ecology).
Course Overview
Term 1
Biological concepts of DNA and the Inheritance of Characteristics (Genetics)
Term 2
Biological concepts of DNA and the Inheritance of Characteristics (Genetics)
Term 3
Ecological sustainability and the impact of human actions on the environment (Ecology)
Term 4
Ecological sustainability and the impact of human actions on the environment (Ecology)
Recommended Prior Learning
Preferably Whangaparāoa College Yr10 Science
Course Costs and Equipment
$34 for access to Education Perfect and for SciPAD workbook.
The field trip to Tiritiri Matangi Island will have an additional cost. This will be advised when trip details are finalised and sent to parents from the Schoolbridge platform. Field trip costs are to be paid via the Kindo app. In 2023 this fee was $45.
Pathway
Assessment Information
Please note that the standard credit totals displayed below as well as the standard descriptions are subject to change before the start of 2024 due to the upcoming NCEA Level 1 changes.Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
Total Credits Available: 5 credits.
Externally Assessed Credits: 5 credits.
External
NZQA Info
Further assessment opportunities will not be offered for this standard in line with NZQA guidelines
Disclaimer
Although we aim to enable every learner to have the course that they prefer, limited places or learning requirements may restrict learners' choices.