The aims of the course are to enable learners to
- Develop and apply knowledge and understanding of Biology
- Develop an understanding of Biology’s role in scientific issues and relevant applications of Biology, including the impact these could make in society and the environment
- Develop scientific inquiry and investigative skills
- Develop scientific analytical thinking skills, including scientific evaluation, in a Biology context
- Develop the use of technology, equipment and materials, safely, in practical scientific activities, including using risk assessments
- Develop planning skills
- Develop problem solving skills in a Biology context
- Use and understand scientific literacy to communicate ideas and issues and to make scientifically informed choices
- Develop the knowledge and skills for more advanced learning in Biology
- Develop skills of independent working
CONTENT
DNA and the Genome
In this Unit, learners will develop knowledge through study of DNA and the genome.
Metabolism and Survival
In this Unit, learners will develop knowledge by investigating the central metabolic pathways of ATP synthesis by respiration and how control of the pathways is essential to cell survival.
Sustainability and Interdependence
In this Unit, learners will develop knowledge by investigating how humans depend on sufficient and sustainable food production from a narrow range of crop and livestock species, focusing on photosynthesis in plants.
INTERNAL ASSESSMENT
To pass the Biology course, learners must pass all of the required Units. This includes a Unit Assessment and a practical write up.
EXTERNAL ASSESSMENT
Learners must sit an external exam and complete a practical investigation. Both of these elements are externally marked.
HOMEWORK
About 2 hours per week to go over notes, answer questions and prepare for tests.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Pupils should have a grade A-C pass at National 5 level Biology, however, pupils with a C level pass may struggle with this course.
RESOURCES
All pupil resources will be shared via Microsoft Teams, Homework will be set through Satchel One and pupils will be able to make use of the scholar.hw.ac.uk website for revision or home learning.