Stage 2 Biology

Length of Course

Full Year

Level

Year 12

Learning Area

Science

Core or Specialist

Specialist

Pre-requisites

Stage 1 Biology 

Subject Description

Students develop a broad understanding of Biology. This course prepares students for further study in the sciences, health sciences and related disciplines.

Content

By the end of this course, students will be able to demonstrate an understanding of aspects of:

  • DNA and Proteins
  • Cells as the Basis of Life
  • Homeostasis
  • Evolution

Students are encouraged to purchase a SASTA Biology Revision Guide (approximately $35.00), available to purchase in Term 1. A further optional workbook is available for purchase (approximately $66.00).

Assessment

70% of the final assessment is from course work and 30% is from a two-hour external examination.

The coursework consists of an Investigations Folio (30%) and Skills and Applications Tasks (40%).

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Year 12 - Stage 2 Biology

Tenison Woods College respectfully acknowledges the Boandik people are the First Nations people of the Mount Gambier South Eastern region of South Australia and pay respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, past, present and emerging.