Level 3 Biology
This year
is an exciting and demanding academic year.
Students are expected to be diligent and committed, these
characteristics are necessary to ensure that the content of the course is
covered and understood.
The Year
13 course covers a wide range of biological concepts. A large proportion of the content though is
based around genetics. Students are
expected to apply the concepts of genetics to the environment, humans and
plants.
The Year
13 Biology year is demanding and will require application and dedication. Students will be rewarded through a richer
understanding of biology, as it evolves in our society today and the future.
Students
are able to apply their biological knowledge in interesting practical and
research based internal assessments.
The Year 13 Biology course...
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Description of Paper
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External / Internal
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Amount of Credits
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AS90714
Research a contemporary biological issue
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Internal
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3
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AS90713
Carry out a practical investigation into an aspect of an organism’s
ecological niche with guidance
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Internal
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4
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US8931
Describe gene expression
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Internal
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4
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AS90717
Describe processes and patterns of evolution
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External
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4
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AS90718
Describe applications of biotechnological techniques
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Internal
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3
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AS90719
Describe trends in human evolution
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External
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3
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