Overview

Biology explores living organisms, their structure, function, growth, and interactions with the environment. Students develop an understanding of life processes and scientific methods used to study them.

Example Topics:

  • Cell biology and genetics
  • Ecology and biodiversity
  • Human physiology
  • Evolutionary biology


Career opportunities

Graduates can pursue careers in research, healthcare, environmental management, and biotechnology.

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Completion requirements

To qualify for registration as a Biology teacher, students must complete the Biology CPA unit (Part A) and the two Science CPA units (Part B). For students taking Biology in conjunction with another science teaching area, the Science CPA units might be shared between teaching areas. Full details are provided in the course rules.

Complete exactly 10 of the following:

  • EDBI699Biology Curriculum, Pedagogy and Assessment10 CP

Complete exactly 20 credit points from the following:

  • EDSI599Science Curriculum, Pedagogy and Assessment 110 CP
  • EDSI699Science Curriculum, Pedagogy and Assessment 210 CP
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