Level 2 Biology - Cells and Genetics (THIS COURSE IS NOW FULL FOR 2025, PLEASE CHOOSE ANOTHER COURSE)
Course Description
In Level 2 Biology - Cells and Genetics students explore complex ideas of life processes and genetic inheritance. This course encourages critical thinking as students consider the key concept of “form matching function”, and will develop students' ability to interpret text and write effectively in order to communicate their understanding.
Learning Opportunities
In this course you will need to:
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Resources Required
1x 1E5 exercise book OR 30 page clearfile
1x Refill pad
Level 2 Biology SciPad - external workbook (optional but helpful - order online)
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.
External
NZQA Info
Biology 2.1 - Carry out a practical investigation in a biology context, with supervision
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Biology 2.3 - Demonstrate understanding of adaptation of plants or animals to their way of life
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Biology 2.4 - Demonstrate understanding of life processes at the cellular level
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Biology 2.5 - Demonstrate understanding of genetic variation and change
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Biology 2.7 - Demonstrate understanding of gene expression