3BIO

Level 3 Biology

Course Description

To do this course…

Students should have achieved at least 10 credits in Level 2 Biology or achieved NCEA Level 2 and wishes to take Biology at Level 3.

What you do in this course…

You will explore a number of fascinating Biology topics, in order to develop a greater awareness of who we are, where we come from and how we and other animals operate within our environment.

There is a mix of Internal and External assessments offered.

This is a good choice if…

  • You enjoyed Biology in Year 12
  • You’re a “Science” person and you enjoy biology and science-based tasks and learning
  • You are intending to study for qualifications that require it (for example, Nursing)
  • You are looking at attaining UE 

On the Subject Pathway Map, this subject is University Approved (14 credits possible from Internals & Externals)

Recommended Prior Learning

Open Entry

Contributions and Equipment/Stationery

No Cost

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