BU6/Biology Unit6(A2)

1. Unit Title: A2 Biology (Biology Unit6)   2. Unit Code: WBI16/01   3. Content Overview: Students are expected to develop further the experimental skills and the knowledge and understanding of experimental techniques they acquired in units 1 and 2, by carrying out a range of practical experiments and investigations while they study units 4 and 5. This unit will assess students’ knowledge and understanding of the experimental procedures and techniques that were developed in units 1, 2, 4 and 5.   4. Assessment Overview - Unit : Unit6/Practical Skills in Biology II - Percentage : 20% of IA2 / 10% of IAL - Mark : 50 - Time : 1 hour 20 mins - Availability : January, June and  October The paper may include short-open, open-response and calculation questions. The paper will include a minimum of 5 marks that target mathematics at Level 2 or above (see Appendix 6: Mathematical skills and exemplifications). Candidates will be expected to apply their knowledge and understanding of practical skills to familiar and unfamiliar situations.