Through the study of basic genetics, students will acquire knowledge and develop an understanding of concepts of genes and their roles in the life of organisms. The study of molecular genetics will lay the foundation for students to study further in the field of
biotechnology and be aware of its impact on society.

The study of biodiversity will help students to recognise its complexity and the adaptations of different groups of organisms to their environment. Moreover, a phylogenetic approach to the classification system is adopted, which helps them to understand the development of the classification system with evidence gathered from molecular genetics. This will enable students to appreciate the phenomena of evolution and develop their curiosity about the origins of life. In addition to Darwin’s theory, students are encouraged to explore other scientific explanations for the origins of life and evolution, to help illustrate the dynamic nature of scientific knowledge.