Teacher: Mrs C Simpson

Biology is taught as part of the Science course in S1 and S2. Thereafter, pupils have the opportunity to continue with Biology at National 3, 4 or 5 in S3 and S4 if they wish.

S3 and S4 Biology

Learning Experiences:

By the end of S4, learners will develop knowledge and skills, and carry out practical and other learning activities related to the following broad areas:-

Cell Biology

Learners will explore the wonderful world of cells.

Content includes: – cell structure, cell transport, chemical energy in cells, producing new cells, DNA and genetic engineering.

Multicellular Organisms

Learners will explore the workings of whole organisms, including humans.

Content includes: – cells, tissues and organs, control of biological processes, reproduction and inheritance, health and disease.

Life on Earth

Learners will explore many aspects of life on earth.

Content includes: – biodiversity and distribution of organisms, techniques used to study organisms and the environment, adaptation, natural selection, evolution, behaviour, food security and ethical issues.

Learning and teaching experiences will include:  biological Investigations, individual work, group work, whole class discussion and debates, written tasks, reading tasks, practical techniques, model making, individual and group presentations.