1. Enable students to develop and maintain an interest in biology, a sense of wonder and curiosity about the living world, and a respect for all living things and the environment;

  2. Enable students to construct and apply knowledge of biology, understand the nature of science in biology-related contexts, and appreciate the relationships between biological science and other disciplines;

  3. Enable students to develop the ability to make scientific inquiries; think scientifically, critically and creatively; and solve biology-related problems individually and collaboratively;

  4. Enable students to understand the language of science and communicate ideas and views on biology-related issues;

  5. Enable students to be aware of the social, ethical, economic, environmental and technological implications of biology, and be able to make informed decisions and judgments on biology-related issues; and

  6. Enable students to develop an attitude of responsible citizenship, and a commitment to promote personal and community health.