Biology

Course summary

Aims This specification encourages students to: Develop their interest and enthusiasm for biology, including developing an interest in further study and careers associated with the biology Develop essential knowledge and understanding of different areas of the subject and how they relate to each other Develop and demonstrate a deep appreciation of the skills, knowledge and understanding of scientific methods Develop competence and confidence in a variety of practical, mathematics and problem-solving skills Understand how society makes decisions and scientific issues and how the sciences contribute to the success of the economy and society Use theories, models, and ideas to develop scientific explanations Use knowledge and understanding to pose scientific questions, define scientific problems, present scientific arguments, and scientific ideas Use appropriate methodology, including information and communication technology (ICT), to answer scientific questions and solve scientific problems Carry out experimental and investigative activities, including appropriate risk management, in a range of contexts Analyse and interpret data to provide evidence, recognising correlations and causal relationships Know that scientific knowledge and understanding develops over time Communication information and ideas in appropriate ways using appropriate terminology Consider applications and implications of science and evaluate their associated benefits and risks Consider ethical issues in the treatment of humans, other organisms, and the environment Evaluate the role of the scientific community in validating new knowledge and ensuring integrity Evaluate the ways in which society uses science to inform decision making. Content Year 12 Biological Molecules Cells Organisms exchange substances with their environment Genetic information, variation, and relationships between organisms. Year 13 Energy Transfers in between organisms Organisms respond to changes to their internal and external environments Genetic populations, evolution, and ecosystems The control of gene expression