Accredited Level 2 Diploma in Human Biology
GCSE
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Type
GCSE
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Methodology
Online
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Class hours
160h
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Duration
1 Year
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Start date
Different dates available
Our Accredited Level 2 Diploma in Human Biology is designed to facilitate development of an understanding of biological principles and concepts relating to the human body. Study and learn how to evaluate the positive and negative aspects of scientific developments and advances.
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About this course
To provide students with a full understanding of human biology and the human body.
This course is aimed at individuals who didn't finish secondary education or didn't achieve the grades they wanted to.
All students must be 16 years of age or above. Basic English reading and writing skills, as full tutor support is given.
Accredited Level 2 Diploma
This is a GCSE level qualification without the requirement for final exams. The course is entirely based on coursework submissions. You can enrol at anytime.
You will be emailed with full course information and details.
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Subjects
- Anatomy and Physiology
- Infection
- Biology
- Human Biology
- Physiology
- Anatomy
- Accredited
- Biology Science
- Homeostasis
- Reproduction
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Module 1: Cells and tissues
• Cell structure and function
• Microscopes
• Grouping of cells into tissues
• Organisation of tissues into organs
• Scientific units of length
• Diffusion, osmosis and active transport
• Surface area, volume ratio, temperature and concentration gradient
• Cellular respiration and energy
• Chemical equations
• ATP
• Role of enzymes
• Experimental design and investigative skills
Module 2: Physiology part 1
• Carbohydrates, proteins, lipids
• Role of glucose
• Vitamins and mineral ions
• Dietary requirements
• Digestion
• Circulatory system (blood, heart)
• Breathing and gas exchange processes
• Applications (conditions and treatments)
• Investigative skills and evaluating data
Module 3: Physiology part 2
• Homeostasis
• Excretion
• Thermoregulation
• Osmoregulation
• Central nervous system
• Sense organs
• Musculoskeletal system
• Movement
• Hormones
• Liver
• Kidney
• Applications (conditions and treatments)
• Investigative skills and evaluating data
Unit 2: Reproduction and Microorganisms
Module 4: Reproduction and Inheritance
•Male and female reproductive systems
•Fertility
•Chromosomes, genes and DNA: variation and mutation
•Cell division: mitosis and meiosis
•Genes and inheritance
•Natural and artificial selection
•Cell division (mitosis and meiosis)
•Investigative skills
Module 5: Microorganisms
• Disease and infection• Viruses and bacteria
• Vectors
• Immunity and vaccines
• Decomposers, pollution and hygiene
• Ecosystems and the environment
• Global warming
• Deforestation
• Ionising radiation
• Investigative skills
Accredited Level 2 Diploma in Human Biology