Biology A

Content

Students investigate and learn about the structure and function of various living organisms and how they interact with other living things and their environments. They can engage with biologists' work and join and initiate debates about how biology impacts their lives, society, and the environment.  

Topics may include: 

• Ecosystems
  Students investigate diverse ecosystems, explore biotic and abiotic components to dynamic habitats and analyse measurements of certain properties including species interactions and population.
• Infectious diseases
  Students explore infectious diseases' causes and implications for local and global communities. They research historical and contemporary cases, epidemics, and outbreaks to analyse key drivers in the spread and control of the disease. Students also study the range of medical innovations available to combat new and existing threats.

Assessment

Investigations folio  50%

• Practical report - 1000 words or equivalent multimodal 
• Fieldwork report - 1000 words or equivalent multimodal  

Skills and applications tasks  50% 

• Topic test on cells and microorganisms  
• Semester examination on all topics

Additional Information

It is preferred that students achieve an average of a B grade or better in year 10 Science, plus the teacher’s recommendation.