2nd Year Biology Courses
Additional Courses cover SACE Curriculum topics not covered in the Biology 1 year Intensive Program*
These are stand-alone advanced Biology courses designed to extend senior Biology learning beyond the 1-Year Intensive. Each course focuses on a specific topic area and is suitable for students preparing for Stage 1 or Stage 2 SACE Biology.
*Courses assume some biology at year 11 or year 12 level.
SACE Stage 1: Infectious Diseases
This course explores how pathogens affect the human body and how the immune system responds. Topics include innate and acquired immunity, cell-mediated immunity, immunisation, and the biology of viral, bacterial, and fungal infections.
Duration: approximately 6-9 weeks.
SACE Stage 2: Biotechnology
This course explores core biotechnology techniques and their applications in medicine, research, and genetics. Students study DNA analysis methods including PCR, electrophoresis, sequencing, cloning, genetic screening, and contemporary gene-editing technologies such as CRISPR.
Duration: approximately 6 weeks.
SACE Stage 2: Homeostasis
This course examines how the body maintains stable internal conditions through feedback mechanisms. Topics include nervous and endocrine control, reflex arcs, hormonal signalling, and regulation of temperature, glucose, water balance, and stress responses.
Duration: approximately 4 weeks.
*SACE (South Australian Certificate of Education) is an internationally recognised senior secondary curriculum.
Interested in enrolling or learning more about these courses?
These courses can be taken individually or combined as part of a structured second-year Biology pathway. Enquire to discuss suitability, and enrolment options.
Pricing
Programs are available in both small-group and individual formats. Individual enrolment provides tailored instruction and greater flexibility and is priced separately depending on course level and duration.
Classes (4-6 students) for our programs are only $60 per week, which equates to $2400 per year (40 week programs).