Biology

Course summary

Biology is arguably the most exciting and one of the fastest developing areas of science today. It impacts on everyone’s lives and holds out hope to remedy some of our most pressing issues. Some areas exploding with new ideas and applications include genetic engineering; designing and creating new drugs; creating gene banks for threatened species; devising fertility treatments; curing genetic diseases; developing new sources of food; reducing our impact on the planet and so much more. In this course you will gain sufficient insight to understand revolutionary breakthroughs that occur on a daily basis, and thus be able to contribute to contemporary debates about issues such as the use of stem cells, developing understanding of heart disease and Parkinson’s and treatments for HIV. TOPICS STUDIED • The natural environment & species survival • Energy, exercise & coordination • General & practical applications in Biology • CPAC practical certification