Prerequisites
Students entering Human Biology ATAR in Year 11 are required to have achieved a minimum mark of 55% in Science ATAR Ready in Semester One and maintain this standard in Semester Two.
Any student who underperforms in this course in Year 11 will be required to meet with the Head of Learning Area to discuss their continued enrolment in Year 12.
Course Description
Human Biology covers a wide range of ideas relating to the functioning human. Students learn about themselves, relating structure to function and how integrated regulation allows individuals to survive in a changing environment. They research new discoveries that are increasing our understanding of the causes of dysfunction, which can lead to new treatments and preventative measures. Reproduction is studied to understand the sources of variation that make each of us unique individuals. Through a combination of classical genetics, and advances in molecular genetics, dynamic new biotechnological processes have resulted. Population genetics is studied to highlight the longer term changes leading to natural selection and evolution of our species.
An understanding of human biology is valuable for a variety of career paths. The course content deals directly and indirectly with many different occupations in fields, such as science education, medical and paramedical fields, food and hospitality, childcare, sport and social work. Appreciation of the range and scope of such professions broadens students' horizons and enables them to make informed choices. This helps to prepare all students, regardless of their background or career aspirations, to take their place as responsible citizens in society.
Year 11
Unit 1 - The functioning human body
Unit 2 - Reproduction and inheritance
Year 12
Unit 3 – Homeostasis and disease
Unit 4 – Human variation and evolution
More detailed course info can be found HERE
Assessment
Students will undertake these various assessment types:
Science inquiry
Extended response
Test and examinations