In NSS Biology, students are expected to …..

show an interest in the study of biology; show respect for all living things & the environment develop an understanding of biological principles & concepts

show an understanding of the application of biological knowledge in daily life acquire an analytical mind to critically evaluate biology-related issues

develop positive values & attitudes towards adopting a healthy lifestyle recognise the responsibility for conserving, protecting & maintaining the quality of the environment 6

Curriculum Emphases Scientific Inquiry STSE Connections Nature & History of Biology

Curriculum Compulsory Part + Elective Part

Compulsory: Cells & Molecules of Life Genetics & Evolution Organisms & Environment Health & Diseases

Electives: *Human Physiology *Applied Ecology Microorganisms & Humans Biotechnology

Examples of interesting topics: In recent years, dark-coloured sunglasses are in fashion, but some of these sunglasses cannot cut off ultra-violet light. Suggest why wearing such sunglasses under bright sunlight would be more damaging to the eye than not wearing any sunglasses.

Examples of interesting topics: After a race, athletes would apply some ointment which enhances local blood circulation to relieve muscle fatigue. Explain how the enhanced blood circulation could help the recovery of the muscle from fatigue.

Examples of interesting topics: Identify and explain which DNA sample matches the one collected from the crime scene.

Assessment Component Weighting Duration Public Exam 1 Compulsory 2 Elective 60% 20% 2 ½ hours 1 hour School-based Assessment (SBA) --

Why Choosing Biology? As a requirement for some university programmes as follows:

Hong Kong Baptist University

The Chinese University of Hong Kong

CUHK

CUHK

City University of Hong Kong

The Hong Kong Polytechnic University

HKPU

The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

The University of Hong Kong

HKU

HKU

HKU

HKU

HKU

The Hong Kong Institute of Education

Useful Links Curriculum and assessment of NSS Biology http://www.edb.gov.hk/en/curriculum-development/kla/science-edu/curriculum-documents.html

Useful Links Subject information http://www.hkeaa.edu.hk/en/hkdse/assessment/subject_information/category_a_subjects/hkdse_subj.html?A2&2&5

Welcome to Biology!!