Human Physiology and Health
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DETAILS

Students study the personal, social, environmental, economic and technological aspects of human biology. The course will include practical work, discussion and videos.

 

Three themes are covered:

 

Relations between man and other organisms

(including drug use and abuse, the effects of pollution, how disease is spread)

Organisation and Maintenance of the Individual

(including respiration, nutrition, blood groups, hormonal control)

Reproduction, Growth and Development

(including pregnancy, cancer, genetic engineering)

 

This course is a suitable preparation for careers which require a knowledge and understanding of Human Biology and its related skills, and will provide a suitable foundation for further studies in Biology and the sciences.

 

ASSESSMENT

One 2 hour exam (75%)

Coursework (25%)

 

DATE OF EXAM 17 JUNE 2002

 

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

A good level of literacy.

 

COURSE MATERIALS

Writing materials. Text book as advised by tutor.

 

DURATION

32 weeks at 2 1/2 hours class time, PLUS 1 hour coursework session.  Students should also undertake a minimum of two hours personal study.

 

PROGRESSION

 A /AS levels.

 

QUALIFICATION GAINED

GCSE HUMAN PHYSIOLOGY AND HEALTH

 

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