Higher Human Biology | Bella Sciences

Human Biology

a photograph showing the human body

The Higher Human Biology course allows the learner to develop a deeper understanding of fundamental processes within the Human Body. This includes cellular processes, physiological mechanisms, communication between organisms and the biology of populations as they apply to the human species. The course takes into consideration new advances in medical research and sets it in engaging way to develop learners’ skills and knowledge.

Learning and teaching

In this section you will find resources that can be downloaded and adapted, and that are suitable for both teachers and learners.

Physiology and health

Helps students develop an understanding of human physiology through the study of reproduction and the cardiovascular system. The unit also looks at the significance of research in this area on the health of our nation.

Immunology and public health

Familiarises students with the key components of the immune response such as recognition of pathogens and its response to them. There is also an emphasis upon applications of immunology to public health in controlling the spread of infectious disease.

Human cells

Through the study of human cells students gain an understanding of stem cells and their therapeutic value. This section also deals with the study of the central role of DNA in cell processes and control and regulation of metabolic pathways in cell function.

Neurobiology and communication

Provides students with an understanding of the basic mechanisms by which the nervous system works while giving an insight into the biological basis of psychology. The unit also looks at communication skills that allow the transmission of knowledge, development of culture and social evolution.

SQA Documents

Web link

Human Biology home page

http://bit.ly/1mamHeN

Course Specification

http://bit.ly/1eQGluE

Course Assessment Specification

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Course and Unit Support Notes (the original document which has been modified in the succeeding pages)

http://bit.ly/1dOdRhu

Assessment Overview published June 2013

http://bit.ly/1haRW8R