Welcome to CSEC Human and Social Biology
INTRODUCTION
Human and Social Biology is concerned with the study of the structure and functioning of the human body. It also involves the application of biological principles, knowledge and skills, and technological advances, to the maintenance of health and to solve the problems of living together. The subject incorporates the view that human beings have a responsibility to their environment and, as such, have an obligation to conserve, protect, maintain and improve its quality.
NB: This subject does not have an SBA component; therefore, the final grade is based on examination marks only.
FORMAT OF THE EXAMINATION
Candidates will be required to take Paper 01 and Paper 02.
Paper 01 (1 hour 15 minutes) : Sixty multiple-choice items drawn from all areas of the syllabus.
Paper 02 (2 hours) : Section A - four compulsory structured questions drawn from all areas
of the syllabus. One question will be an investigative type/practical
oriented question. Each question is worth 15 marks (6 KC, 9 UK).
Section B - two compulsory structured essay questions drawn from all
areas of the syllabus. Each question is worth 15 marks (6 KC, 9 UK).
Human and Social Biology is concerned with the study of the structure and functioning of the human body. It also involves the application of biological principles, knowledge and skills, and technological advances, to the maintenance of health and to solve the problems of living together. The subject incorporates the view that human beings have a responsibility to their environment and, as such, have an obligation to conserve, protect, maintain and improve its quality.
NB: This subject does not have an SBA component; therefore, the final grade is based on examination marks only.
FORMAT OF THE EXAMINATION
Candidates will be required to take Paper 01 and Paper 02.
Paper 01 (1 hour 15 minutes) : Sixty multiple-choice items drawn from all areas of the syllabus.
Paper 02 (2 hours) : Section A - four compulsory structured questions drawn from all areas
of the syllabus. One question will be an investigative type/practical
oriented question. Each question is worth 15 marks (6 KC, 9 UK).
Section B - two compulsory structured essay questions drawn from all
areas of the syllabus. Each question is worth 15 marks (6 KC, 9 UK).
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What is your Learning Style?
For you to be successful in this course of study, knowing how you learn is important. To find out, complete the learning styles test by clicking on the link below.
Assignment 1: Please click on the link below to get your learning styles test done.
Make sure to enter your full name on the site and then print the results when completed.
Learning Styles Test
Make sure to enter your full name on the site and then print the results when completed.
Learning Styles Test
Once you know your learning styles you are ready to proceed with studying for this exam. Use the following guide for studying to improve your progress.
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TOPICS INCLUDED IN SYLLABUS
Characteristics of Living Things
Cells
Movement of Molecules
Photosynthesis
Food Webs and Chains
Cycles
Nutrition
The Respiratory System
The Circulatory System
Skeletal System
Excretion and Homeostasis
Coordination and Control
Reproductive System
Types of Cell Division
Monohybrid Inheritance
Genetic Engineering
Section D : Disease and Its Impact on Humans
Types of Diseases
Vectors
Controlling Growth of Micro-organisms
Immunity
Drugs
Section E : The Impact of Health Practices on the Environment