Human Biology
Human Biology learning area contacts:
- Julie Weber : +61 8 9273 6381 | Julie.Weber@scsa.wa.edu.au
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ATAR
The Authority is reviewing the General syllabuses. For more information see the Syllabus Review section below.
The Human Biology ATAR course gives students a chance to explore what it is to be human—how the human body works, the origins of human variation, inheritance in humans, the evolution of the human species and population genetics. Through their investigations, students research new discoveries that increase our understanding of human dysfunction, treatments and preventative measures.
Practical tasks are an integral part of this course and develop a range of laboratory skills; for example, biotechnology techniques. Students learn to evaluate risks and benefits to make informed decisions about lifestyle and health topics, such as diet, alternative medical treatments, use of chemical substances and the manipulation of fertility.
- Years 11 and 12 Glossary of key words used in the formulation of questions
- Also available in Word Format
- Types of science inquiry investigations
- Also available in Word Format
SyllabusGrading- ATAR Syllabus Year 11 (for teaching from 2020) (578.6 KB) Last updated: 20 Jan 2020 9:35am
- ATAR Syllabus Year 11 (for teaching from 2020) (300.5 KB)
- ATAR Syllabus Year 11 - For teaching from 2023 (387.8 KB) Last updated: 15 Aug 2022 9:45am
- ATAR Syllabus Year 11 - For teaching from 2023 (305.7 KB)
- ATAR Year 11 summary of minor syllabus changes for 2023 (566.0 KB) Last updated: 15 Aug 2022 2:19pm
- ATAR Year 11 summary of minor syllabus changes for 2023 (26.1 KB)
- ATAR Syllabus Year 12 (for teaching and examination from 2020) (439.8 KB) Last updated: 19 Aug 2020 10:45am
- ATAR Syllabus Year 12 (for teaching and examination from 2020) (180.3 KB)
- ATAR Syllabus Year 12 - For teaching from 2023 (378.7 KB) Last updated: 15 Aug 2022 9:45am
- ATAR Syllabus Year 12 - For teaching from 2023 (185.9 KB)
- ATAR Year 12 summary of minor syllabus changes for 2023 (572.3 KB) Last updated: 15 Aug 2022 2:19pm
- ATAR Year 12 summary of minor syllabus changes for 2023 (26.8 KB)
Support Materials-
Available work samples are housed within the Teacher Support Material Extranet. Teachers can login or register for an account at Extranet login.
Examination Materials- Minor syllabus changes have been made to Year 11 and Year 12 ATAR for implementation in 2023. The support materials are currently being updated to reflect these changes.
- ATAR Year 12 sample assessment outline (441.6 KB) Last updated: 04 Nov 2019 12:38pm
- ATAR Year 12 sample assessment outline (349.3 KB)
- ATAR Year 12 sample assessment tasks (402.8 KB) Last updated: 16 Jun 2016 3:00pm
- ATAR Year 12 sample assessment tasks (530.1 KB)
- ATAR Year 12 sample course outline (875.3 KB) Last updated: 04 Nov 2019 12:39pm
- ATAR Year 12 sample course outline (355.4 KB)
- ATAR Year 11 sample assessment outline (260.3 KB) Last updated: 16 Jun 2016 3:42pm
- ATAR Year 11 sample assessment outline (354.4 KB)
- ATAR Year 11 sample assessment tasks (489.5 KB) Last updated: 16 Jun 2016 3:19pm
- ATAR Year 11 sample assessment tasks (712.7 KB)
- ATAR Year 11 sample course outline (251.1 KB) Last updated: 16 Jun 2016 3:15pm
- ATAR Year 11 sample course outline (355.4 KB)
- 2022 HBY Examination Front Cover (288.5 KB) Last updated: 26 Aug 2022 7:13am
- 2021 Acknowledgement variations for ATAR course exams (599.8 KB) Last updated: 27 Apr 2022 9:12am
- 2021 Examination (1.3 MB) Last updated: 17 Feb 2022 10:29am
- 2021 Summary examination report for candidates (121.8 KB) Last updated: 06 Apr 2022 7:00am
- 2021 Marking key (886.3 KB) Last updated: 17 Feb 2022 10:29am
- Additional Past ATAR Course Examinations
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General
The Authority is reviewing the General syllabuses. For more information see the Syllabus Review section below.
The Human Biology General course gives students a chance to explore how the human body works. Students focus on bones, muscles, nerves and hormones, and how they maintain the body to act in a coordinated manner. The causes and spread of disease and how humans respond to invading pathogens are studied, as well as the role of males and females in the process of reproduction.
Students investigate the body systems through real or virtual dissections and practical examination of cells, organs and systems. They research contemporary treatments for dysfunctions of the body systems and are encouraged to use ICT to interpret and communicate their findings in a variety of ways. Second-hand data is used to investigate transmission of diseases from a historical perspective and recent global incidences.
- Types of science inquiry investigations
- Also available in Word Format
SyllabusGrading- General Syllabus Year 11 (for teaching from 2020) (542.8 KB) Last updated: 23 Sep 2019 1:26pm
- General Syllabus Year 11 (for teaching from 2020) (289.1 KB)
- General Syllabus Year 12 (for teaching from 2020) (422.8 KB) Last updated: 23 Sep 2019 1:27pm
- General Syllabus Year 12 (for teaching from 2020) (191.7 KB)
Support Materials-
Available work samples are housed within the Teacher Support Material Extranet. Teachers can login or register for an account at Extranet login.
Externally Set Task Materials 2023- General Year 12 sample assessment outline (236.5 KB) Last updated: 16 Jun 2016 3:44pm
- General Year 12 sample assessment outline (354.1 KB)
- General Year 12 sample assessment tasks (606.6 KB) Last updated: 16 Jun 2016 3:26pm
- General Year 12 sample assessment tasks (668.3 KB)
- General Year 12 sample course outline (258.1 KB) Last updated: 16 Jun 2016 3:36pm
- General Year 12 sample course outline (361.0 KB)
- General Year 11 sample assessment outline (444.2 KB) Last updated: 04 Nov 2019 12:42pm
- General Year 11 sample assessment outline (344.9 KB)
- General Year 11 sample assessment tasks (577.7 KB) Last updated: 16 Jun 2016 3:24pm
- General Year 11 sample assessment tasks (823.2 KB)
- General Year 11 sample course outline (519.1 KB) Last updated: 04 Nov 2019 12:42pm
- General Year 11 sample course outline (354.3 KB)
Externally Set Task Materials 2022- 2023 General EST Unit 3 Content (206.6 KB) Last updated: 21 Sep 2022 3:40pm
Externally Set Task Materials 2021- 2022 General EST Unit 3 Content (325.2 KB) Last updated: 23 Sep 2021 8:43am
Externally Set Task Materials 2020- 2021 HBY General EST Unit 3 content (322.5 KB) Last updated: 22 Oct 2020 10:37am
Externally Set Task Materials 2019- 2020 General EST Unit 3 Content (321.0 KB) Last updated: 25 Sep 2019 3:50pm
Externally Set Task Materials 2018- 2019 General EST Unit 3 content (193.4 KB) Last updated: 21 Sep 2018 8:08am
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Externally set tasks with their associated marking key and work samples are teacher resources and are housed within the Teacher Support Material Extranet. Teachers can login or register for an account at http://senior-secondary.scsa.wa.edu.au/extranet/login.
Externally Set Task Materials 2017- 2018 General EST Unit 3 content (163.8 KB) Last updated: 22 Sep 2017 12:39pm
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Externally set tasks with their associated marking key and work samples are teacher resources and are housed within the Teacher Support Material Extranet. Teachers can login or register for an account at http://senior-secondary.scsa.wa.edu.au/extranet/login.
Externally Set Task Materials 2016- 2017 General EST Unit 3 content (160.5 KB)
- 2017 General EST Unit 3 content (186.8 KB) Last updated: 26 Sep 2018 9:29am
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Externally set tasks with their associated marking key and work samples are teacher resources and are housed within the Teacher Support Material Extranet. Teachers can login or register for an account at http://senior-secondary.scsa.wa.edu.au/extranet/login.
- General sample EST marking key (188.0 KB) Last updated: 22 Feb 2019 10:37am
- General sample EST (815.6 KB)
- General sample EST (762.3 KB) Last updated: 22 Feb 2019 10:37am
- General sample EST marking key (307.2 KB)
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Externally set tasks with their associated marking key and work samples are teacher resources and are housed within the Teacher Support Material Extranet. Teachers can login or register for an account at http://senior-secondary.scsa.wa.edu.au/extranet/login.
Syllabus Review
- Human Biology General - Summary of proposed changes
- Human Biology General Year 11 syllabus
- Human Biology General Year 12 syllabus
- Use the link below to complete the confirmation survey.
- 2022 Human Biology General Years 11 and 12 Syllabuses Confirmation Survey
The Authority is reviewing the General syllabus. For further information, please contact:
Mandy Hudson
Manager, Curriculum and Assessment