L1 Biology
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Mrs S. Lewis.
Biology is a core science subject where students will develop an understanding of fundamental biological concepts including microbiology, ecology, genetics and evolutionary principles. Students will learn to apply knowledge of biology to explain aspects of the natural world.
Equipment/Stationery and Contributions (indicative only)
EQUIPMENT/STATIONERY:
In addition to a laptop computer and some general stationery, specific items for each course will be confirmed at the beginning of each school year.
As an indication, for this course you are likely to need:
- 2B8 Hardcover Exercise Book
CONTRIBUTIONS:
Course Contributions qualify for a tax rebate from IRD:
https://www.ird.govt.nz/income-tax/income-tax-for-individuals/individual-tax-credits/tax-credits-for-donations/submit-a-donation-receipt
Description | Type | Value |
---|---|---|
Indicative Course Contribution for resources and materials | Contribution | $50.00 |
$50.00 |
Pathway
Credit Information (standards listed are indicative only and are subject to change)
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
This course is eligible for course endorsement.
External
NZQA Info
Science 1.1 - Demonstrate understanding of a science-informed response to a local issue
NZQA Info
Chemistry and Biology 1.1 - Demonstrate understanding of the relationship between a microorganism and the environment
NZQA Info
Chemistry and Biology 1.3 - Demonstrate understanding of genetic variation in relation to an identified characteristic
Disclaimer
Although we aim to enable every learner to be enrolled in their preferred courses, your selection does not guarantee a course will be available, or that you have approval to take a selected course. Final course confirmation is in January and depends on your final results, and in some cases, class sizes and staff availability.