Biology

Course summary

All students study the following topics: • Cell theory and structure • Biochemistry • Metabolism • Genetics and evolution • Ecology and biodiversity • Physiology Higher-level students will also study Plant Science as well as studying Biochemistry, Physiology and Genetics to greater depth than Standard Level students. You will develop a grasp of the principles of this subject within a theoretical and a practical framework. The level of understanding and practical competency is the same for both Higher and Standard Biology, although Standard Biology covers less material.