Level Three Biology
Level
NCEA Level 3 with Achievement Standards
Scholarship optional
Entry Requirement
12 credits from L2 Biology must include at least one external, either AS91156 (Cells) or AS 91157 (Genetic Variation) or AS 91158 (Gene Expression)
Cost
$130 for field trips.
$30 for course workbook.
Course Outline
A variety of biological topics, chosen from the assessment statement below
Assessment
Internals
AS 91602 - Integrate biological knowledge to develop an informed response to a socio-scientific issue 3 credits
AS 91604 - Demonstrate an understanding of how an animals maintains a stable internal environment 3 credits
AS 91607 - Demonstrate understanding of human manipulations of genetic transfer and its biological implications 3 credits
AS 91601 - Carry out a practical investigation in a biological context with guidance. 4 credits
Externals
AS 91603 - Demonstrate understanding of the responses of plants and animals to their external environment 5 credits
AS 91605 - Demonstrate understanding of evolutionary processes leading to speciation 4 credits
AS 91606 - Demonstrate understanding of trends in human evolution 4 credits
Where Does It Lead
Tertiary study in Health Sciences, Nursing, Veterinary Science, Food Technology, Animal and Plant Sciences. Forensic Science