Biology

The broad aims of the Biology Curriculum are to enable students to:

• develop and maintain an interest in biology, a sense of wonder and curiosity about the living world, and a respect for all living things and the environment;

• construct and apply knowledge of biology, understand the nature of science in biology-related contexts, and appreciate the relationships between biological science and other disciplines;

• develop the ability to make scientific inquiries; think scientifically, critically and creatively; and solve biology-related problems individually and collaboratively;

• understand the language of science and communicate ideas and views on biology-related issues;

• be aware of the social, ethical, economic, environmental and technological implications of biology, and be able to make informed decisions and judgments on biology-related issues; and

• develop an attitude of responsible citizenship, and a commitment to promote personal and community health.

Compulsory Part 

1. Cells and Molecules of Life
   - Molecules of life

- Cellular organisation

- Movement of substances across membrane

- Cell cycle and division

- Cellular energetics

2. Genetics and Evolution

- Basic genetics

- Molecular genetics

- Biodiversity and evolution

3. Organisms and Environment

- Essential life processes in plants

- Essential life processes in animals

- Reproduction, growth and development

- Coordination and response 

- Homeostasis

- Ecosystems

4. Health and Diseases

- Personal health

- Diseases

- Body defence mechanisms

Elective Part

5. Human Physiology: Regulation and Control

- Regulation of water content (osmoregulation)

- Regulation of body temperature

- Regulation of gas content in blood

- Hormonal control of reproductive cycle

6. Applied Ecology

- Human impact on the environment

- Pollution control

- Conservation

- Global issues

7. Microorganisms and Humans

- Microbiology

- Use of microorganisms

- Microbial genetics

- Harmful effects of microorganisms

8. Biotechnology

- Techniques in modern biotechnology

- Applications in biotechnology

- Bioethics

Ms Chow Pui Yee (CPY)

Mr Poon Wing Hang (PWH)

1. Scientific investigation

• Dissection of rat/ pig’s heart/ ox eye/ flower

• Effect of light intensity on photosynthetic rate

• Effect of temperature and pH on enzymatic activity

• Water movement across cell membrane

• Food test

2. Biology Fieldtrip

• Ho Koon Nature Education cum Astronomical Centre

• Wetland Park

3. School-based activities

• Hydroponic farming 

• Aquaponic system

4. External activities

• Biodiversity Leadership Program (HKU)

• Health Exhibition Presentation Competition (CUHK)

• Bio Olympiad Competition

Biology simulator: 

https://phet.colorado.edu/en/simulations/filter?subjects=biology&type=html,prototype

HKDSE Assessment Design