13BIO - Biology - NCEA Level 3
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Mrs S. Humphreys.
13 Biology - NCEA Level 3
Course Statement: | Biology is the study of living things and how they interact with each other and the environment. Students develop an understanding of the diversity of life and life processes, of evolution as the result of life processes and the ecology, and the impact of humans on all forms of life and the environment. As a result, students are better informed and able to make reasoned, balanced judgements on some of the biological issues affecting New Zealanders such as vaccination, genetic testing and modification, sustainability and conservation, and protection of our unique flora, fauna and ecosystems. They will also have a greater insight into the workings of their own bodies and an understanding of some of the health issues affecting New Zealanders and on a global basis. |
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Recommended Prior Learning
Prerequisites: | 12BIO: NCEA Level 2 Biology passed with 14 or more credits. All level 2 Biology standards must be attempted OR grade D or better from the AS Biology course or else they will need to consult with the Head of Faculty about their likelihood of success. |
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
This course is eligible for subject endorsement.
This course is approved for University Entrance.
Total Credits Available: 22 credits.
Externally Assessed Credits: 13 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 9 credits.
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Approved subject for University Entrance
Number of credits that can be used for overall endorsement: 22
Only students engaged in learning and achievement derived from Te Marautanga o Aotearoa are eligible to be awarded these subjects as part of the requirement for 14 credits in each of three subjects.
Disclaimer
All subjects for 2024 are subject to numbers and staff.