Pick up bio?

[pi]

But seriously don't bother with biol just do something you like.

This +1

Don't do bio if your heart isn't really in it. I made the mistake and walked out with a crappy 42.

Enjoyment over everything, a raw 40 is easier when you like the subject.

[azngirl456]

I disagree. Exams are written in a way that demands application beyond simple recognition of the relevant concept. They do a good job of presenting unknown data which need to be analysed before an answer is prepared. The basic questions involve retelling of something that is memorised, but there aren't too many basic questions.

+1, bio isn't as easy as it seems. I enjoyed the subject but found it was difficult to answer and figure out the whole marking system. Oh, and wording is very important.

Stick with your strengths

[golden]

I disagree. Exams are written in a way that demands application beyond simple recognition of the relevant concept. They do a good job of presenting unknown data which need to be analysed before an answer is prepared. The basic questions involve retelling of something that is memorised, but there aren't too many basic questions.

+1

Memorization is half the story. The next half involves analysis of the questions and using the right technique to answer the questions. Also, as there are lots of exceptions, it isn't common for people to lose marks.

If you memorize the whole book as your only preparation, you probably won't get an A+.
Even if you get an A+ for both the exams, it is still possible to get under 40. You could lose 20% or even more on the exam and still manage an A+.

In regards to the first thread, if you enjoy history, stick to it. If you decide to do biology, make sure you have the book Biozone Student Workbook 2011/2010.

Another factor to consider is that chemistry and biology have some topics which are related, such as the functional groups, proteins, DNA, electrophoresis and so forth.

[pi]

! I know it's one of the harder sciences,

LOL it's the easiest science! (if you don't include psych)

Biology is still quite hard though and requires a fair amounnt of work,
the reason i'm taking 3 sciences as opposed to more essay writing based subjects (like history)
is i find them to be more subjective in their marking which is something i hate.

Bio answers can be fairly subjective too actually... (obviously not the MC section though)

Especially as some of them can be 4/5 marks and some people can tend to brain dump onto the exam a load of crap (memorised from their own notes, other people's notes, multiple textbooks, hand-outs and summary guides   -some people actually read all that stuff). Some Most examiners hate this.