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The Sixth Form College Colchester

2016

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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   Introduction

IB BIOLOGY (Higher) The IB Biology course combines the study of basic biological topics with a consideration of recent developments within a global context. It is hoped that students will acquire a large body of facts and at the same time develop a broad, general understanding of the principles of Biology. It is also important be able to apply, analyse and evaluate scientific information and be aware of effective collaboration and communication during scientific activities. Students will also develop investigative scientific skills, become aware of moral and ethical issues and experience the international dimensions whilst studying a science. TOK is also covered in appropriate topics where aspects of the scientific way are addressed.

Entry Criteria Standard College entry requirements for the IB Diploma including GCSE in Science (Core and Additional) or Biology at Grade B.

Course Content Various teaching and learning styles are used in the department including videos, self-study, computers etc. The course includes a large proportion of practical investigative work. (No dissection). ICT is part of the non-assessed practical work, this includes, data logging, graph plotting, spread sheets, using databases and computer simulations. There are 6 core topics:

Ø Cell Biology Ø Molecular Biology Ø Genetics Ø Ecology Ø Evolution and biodiversity Ø Human Physiology

There are 5 additional higher level topics that are also covered:

Ø Nucleic Acids Ø Metabolism, Cell Respiration and Photosynthesis Ø Plant biology Ø Genetics and Evolution Ø Animal Physiology

Students must also study a further option:

Ø Human Physiology

 

 

 

The Sixth Form College Colchester

2016

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Assessment

 Internal Assessment: This is worth 20% of the final assessment. It is assessed by your tutor and externally moderated by the IBO. A variety of experiments will be carried out during the normal teaching process. One individual investigation will be carried out; a scientific report will be written and assessed on a range science skills and procedures. External Examinations: Paper 1: multiple-choice questions Paper 2: tests core topics and consists of data based and short answer type questions plus 2 extended

response questions. Paper 3: Tests experimental skills and techniques and the option studied.

Further Information The Group 4 Project is a collaborative experience where concepts across the sciences are shared. Students work together, in small mixed discipline groups on a science topic, carry out a variety of investigations, undertake some background research then report their findings back to the whole group. The emphasis is on the sharing of ideas and working successfully within a team. This usually takes place in the summer term.

Progression  Biology can lead to a career in medicine, paramedical services, veterinary medicine, nursing, dietetics, pharmacy, ophthalmics, biotechnology, psychology, the food and drugs industry, agriculture, forestry, horticulture, conservation, environmental areas, teaching and biological research. Most universities offer courses in Biology and related subjects such as molecular and cell biology, genetics, applied biology, ecology, marine biology, human biology, physiology, biochemistry, zoology, environmental science and many others. Biology is also a very worthwhile subject for those not intending to enter a scientific career.  

 

 

 

 

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