Biology

Course summary

Biology is the scientific study of living things; it helps us to understand the world in which we live and reminds us about our interconnectedness with other living things. It is a dynamic subject as new discoveries about the living world are made every day. It is exciting and important as Biology has a central role in all our lives, and more than ever the science of Biology is at the forefront of human concerns as we tackle medical issues, the challenges raised by advances in genetic technology, or the effects of a rapidly changing environment. You should have a logical approach to problem solving, a questioning and critical mind, be able to make careful observations, form a hypothesis, and draw conclusions based on data.