Biology Syllabus for Ordinary Secondary Education Form 1- 4

Biology is a compulsory subject for Form I-IV students in General Education pathway who choose to join one of the following streams:

the Science
Agriculture
Food and human nutrition
Sports
ICT

However, it is an elective subject for students who join other streams. The purpose of learning Biology is to help students to understand the living organisms including human being and how they function, evolve and interact with the environment.

It also builds student’s strong understanding of biological concepts, principles, skills and its applications in solving real-world problems.

Moreover serves as a bridge to enable students appreciate the values of resources present in Tanzania and to develop the ability to create works for self employment.

This syllabus is designed to guide the teaching and learning of Biology for Ordinary Secondary Education, Form I-IV in the United Republic of Tanzania.

What is a Syllabus

A syllabus is a document that outlines everything that will be covered in a class. It is a document that contains all of the important details regarding a school or college courses.

It is a document that outlines all the essential information about a college course. It lists the topics you will study, as well as the due dates of any coursework including tests, quizzes, or exams.

Why Your Syllabus Is Important?

Your syllabus gathers all the vital information about your class in one place.

Therefore Syllabus will help you to:

1. Be organized.

2. Observe deadlines

3. Get ready for class.

4. Recognize assignments

5. Be aware of your grade.

6. Control your time.

7. Engage with students and/or learners