Level 3 Biology
L3BIOL01 Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: 27960454
Recommended Prior LearningPassing grade in AS91157, Level 1 literacy
This course is for those learners who wish to continue on from Level 2 Biology, with a view to studying Biology at tertiary level e.g. medical science. This is a FOUR period a week academic course (full course) focusing on evolution, human biology and evolution, and a socio-scientific issue and/or GMOs, with an optional external standard on animal behaviours and plant responses. Good literacy is essential to succeed in Level 3 Biology due to the research, extended answers and report writing involved.
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Career Pathways
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Course Costs and Equipment$25 - SciPAD workbooks ($25)
2B8 hardcover notebook recommended for each learner.
Field trip to Auckland Zoo 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 $60.