Biology - NCEA Level 1
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Mrs J. Healy
Are you interested in living things? This basic Biology course is a great introduction to learning more about the diversity of life on Earth. During this course, we will learn about three major classifications of life: plants, animals, and micro-organisms, and how they carry out vital life functions. You will also have the opportunity to carry out a range of investigations, both research-based and practical, to find out more about living things.
Recommended Prior Learning
An interest in the living world and reasonable literacy and numeracy skills.
Pathway
Credit Information
This course is eligible for subject endorsement.
Total Credits Available: 19 credits.
Externally Assessed Credits: 7 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 12 credits.
External
NZQA Info
Assessments:
Term: 2, Week: 10
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Term: 4, Week: 4
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Assessments:
Term: 4, Week: 4
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Assessments:
Term: 1, Week: 11
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Term: 3, Week: 8