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We’ve got you covered for the QCAA Biology Syllabus
Senior Biology in Queensland changed in 2019 to support the introduction of new assessment and tertiary entrance
systems. The syllabus is designed to help develop the 21st-century skills and knowledge students need
for success in their future work and life.
In a two-volume edition, Biology for Queensland An Australian Perspective provides depth and
complete coverage of the syllabus in a format that encourages all students to succeed.
Key features of the Student books
Our Senior Biology resources are designed to reduce the stress of syllabus implementation, save you time when lesson planning, and ensure the best learning outcomes for your students.
Each Student book:
provides a clear learning pathway mapped directly to the syllabus to ensure complete coverage
offers targeted support and resources for assessment (including exam preparation and practice)
presents key subject matter using clear, concise language supported by engaging visual elements
scaffolds student learning and aids navigation by sequencing key subject matter in 2–8 page sections
supports differentiation through a range of appropriately levelled questions and activities for each section
clearly models approaches to inquiry learning and critical thinking
contains a stand-alone reference section (known as the Biology Toolkit) that explains the structure of the syllabus, supports the acquisition of key skills for assessment and provides practical tips for success in Biology
includes a Practical Manual that outlines suggested methodologies for every mandatory practical in the syllabus.
Biology for Queensland An Australian Perspective
Used by 1 in 2 QLD students:
Textbook resource, Australian Publishers Association, 2021
Biology for Queensland An Australian Perspective Units 1 & 2 (Third edition) covers syllabus content from Unit 1: Cells and multicellular organisms and Unit 2: Maintaining the internal environment including homeostasis and infectious disease.
The Student book includes a number of features and is supported by a range of additional digital resources via the obook assess platform. These resources support teachers and students.
| Biology for Queensland An Australian Perspective Units 1 & 2 3E Student book + obook assess | Print student book with digital obook access for 27 months from the date of activation. |
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| Biology for Queensland An Australian Perspective Units 1 & 2 3E Student obook assess | Digital student obook access for 27 months from the date of activation. |
| Biology for Queensland An Australian Perspective Units 1 & 2 3E Teacher obook assess | Digital teacher access for the life of the edition. |
| Institutional purchases
Please contact your Education Consultant if your school purchases resources on behalf of students and requires multi-year digital subscriptions. If your school has a different model, ask your Education Consultant about purchase options. |
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| Chapter 1 | Biology toolkit |
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| UNIT 1 | CELLS AND MULTICELLULAR ORGANISMS |
| Chapter 2 | The chemicals of life |
| Chapter 3 | Cell structure View sample chapter |
| Chapter 4 | Cell function |
| Chapter 5 | From cell to multicellular organism |
| Chapter 6 | Transport and gas exchange in animals |
| Chapter 7 | Exchange of nutrients and waste in animals |
| Chapter 8 | Plant systems – gas exchange and transport |
| UNIT 2 | MAINTAINING THE INTERNAL ENVIRONMENT |
| Chapter 9 | Coordination and control |
| Chapter 10 | Control of temperature and water balance |
| Chapter 11 | Disease and its causes |
| Chapter 12 | Identifying, monitoring and controlling disease |
| Chapter 13 | Practical manual |
| Unit 1 Practice examination | |
| Unit 2 Practice examination | |
Biology for Queensland An Australian Perspective
Used by 1 in 2 QLD students:
Textbook resource, Australian Publishers Association, 2021
Biology for Queensland An Australian Perspective Units 3 & 4 (Third edition) covers syllabus content from Unit 3: Biodiversity and the interconnectedness of life including describing biodiversity and ecosystem dynamics, and Unit 4: Heredity and continuity of life including DNA, genes and continuity of life and life on Earth.
The Student book includes a number of features and is supported by a range of additional digital resources via the obook assess platform. These resources support teachers and students.
| Biology for Queensland An Australian Perspective Units 3 & 4 3E Student book + obook assess | Print student book with digital obook access for 27 months from the date of activation. |
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| Biology for Queensland An Australian Perspective Units 3 & 4 3E Student obook assess | Digital student obook access for 27 months from the date of activation. |
| Biology for Queensland An Australian Perspective Units 3 & 4 3E Teacher obook assess | Digital teacher access for the life of the edition. |
| Institutional purchases Please contact your Education Consultant if your school purchases resources on behalf of students and requires multi-year digital subscriptions. If your school has a different model, ask your Education Consultant about purchase options. |
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| Chapter 1 | Biology toolkit |
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| UNIT 3 | BIODIVERSITY AND THE INTERCONNECTEDNESS OF LIFE |
| Chapter 2 | Biodiversity |
| Chapter 3 | Biological interactions |
| Chapter 4 | Functioning ecosystems View sample chapter |
| Chapter 5 | Populations |
| Chapter 6 | Changes in ecosystems |
| UNIT 4 | HEREDITY AND CONTINUITY OF LIFE |
| Chapter 7 | DNA structure and replication |
| Chapter 8 | Cellular replication and variation |
| Chapter 9 | Gene expression |
| Chapter 10 | Mutation |
| Chapter 11 | Inheritance |
| Chapter 12 | Biotechnology |
| Chapter 13 | The concept of evolution |
| Chapter 14 | Microevolution |
| Chapter 15 | Speciation and macroevolution |
| Chapter 16 | Practical manual |
| Unit 3 Practice examination | |
| Unit 4 Practice examination | |
Biology for Queensland An Australian Perspective
Biology for Queensland An Australian Perspective Student workbooks are standalone resources designed to help students succeed in their internal and external assessments. With an engaging design, full-colour photos and relevant diagrams throughout, the Student workbooks include:
- a Toolkit chapter focused on internal assessments and cognitive verbs
- Data drill activities that help students develop the key skills in analysis and interpretation required for the Data test
- Experiment explorer activities that support the modification of a practical as required in the Student experiment
- Research review activities that allow students to practise how to evaluate a claim and identify credible sources for the Research investigation
- Exam excellence activities that allow students to practice multiple choice and short answer questions in preparation for the external examination
- handy study tips throughout the chapters
- practice internal assessments for the Data test, Student experiment and Research investigation
- write-in worksheets for all mandatory and suggested practicals
- appendices such as the periodic table and formulas
- answers to all activities and practice assessments.
| Chapter 1 | Biology toolkit |
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| UNIT 3 | BIODIVERSITY AND THE INTERCONNECTEDNESS OF LIFE |
| Chapter 2 | Biodiversity |
| Chapter 3 | Biological interactions |
| Chapter 4 | Functioning ecosystems |
| Chapter 5 | Populations |
| Chapter 6 | Changes in ecosystems |
| Unit 3: | Assessments |
| UNIT 4 | HEREDITY AND CONTINUITY OF LIFE |
| Chapter 7 | DNA structure and replication |
| Chapter 8 | Cellular replication and variation |
| Chapter 9 | Gene expression |
| Chapter 10 | Mutation |
| Chapter 11 | Inheritance |
| Chapter 12 | Biotechnology |
| Chapter 13 | The concept of evolution |
| Chapter 14 | Microevolution |
| Unit 4: | Assessments |
| Chapter 15 | Practical manual |
| Appendices | Periodic table |
| View detailed contents |
| Chapter 1 | Biology toolkit |
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| UNIT 1 | CELLS AND MULTICELLULAR ORGANISMS |
| Chapter 2 | The chemicals of life |
| Chapter 3 | Cell structure |
| Chapter 4 | Cell function and energy |
| Chapter 5 | From Cell to multicellular organism |
| Chapter 6 | Transport and gas exchange in animals |
| Chapter 7 | Exchange of nutrients and waste in animals |
| Chapter 8 | Plant systems – gas exchange and transport |
| Unit 1: | Assessments |
| UNIT 2 | HEREDITY AND CONTINUITY OF LIFE |
| Chapter 9 | Coordination and control |
| Chapter 10 | Control of temperature and water balance |
| Chapter 11 | Disease and its causes |
| Chapter 12 | Identifying, monitoring and controlling disease |
| Chapter 13 | Practical manual |
| View detailed contents |
| Title | Biology for Queensland An Australian Perspective Units 3 & 4
Student workbook |
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| ISBN | 9780190320416 |
| Title | Biology for Queensland An Australian Perspective Units 1 & 2
Student workbook |
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| ISBN | 9780190320409 |
Revision and Exam Guides written by expert teachers and examiners to help students prepare for their QCE External Assessments and achieve their very best!
Learn More
Biology for Queensland An Australian Perspective is supported by a range of engaging and relevant digital resources via obook assess.
Resources for students
Students receive:
- a complete digital version of the Student book with notetaking and bookmarking functionality
- free Oxford Concise Dictionary look-up feature
- targeted instructional videos by some of Queensland’s most experienced Biology teachers designed to help students develop manipulative skills and prepare for assessment tasks and exams
- a set of summary notes for each chapter that form a springboard for student revision
- additional case studies and opportunities for extension
- a range of interactive, auto-correcting, multiple-choice assess quiz questions.
Resources for teachers
In addition to the student resources, teachers receive:
- detailed course planners, teaching programs and lesson plans
- answers to all questions and assessment tasks in the Student book
- a range of lab tech notes and risk assessment templates to accompany all supplied mandatory and suggested practical
- printable (and editable) data tests with answers
- printable (and editable) practice exam with answers.
