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2025 Grade 12 Life Sciences Exam Guidelines

The 2025 Grade 12 Life Sciences Examination Guidelines from the Department of Basic Education in South Africa outline the assessment structure, which includes School-Based Assessments (25% of the final mark) and End-of-Year Examinations (75%). The SBA consists of various tasks throughout the year, while the final exams include two papers covering specific topics. Learners are encouraged to utilize resources such as a Tips for Success Booklet and past examination papers for effective preparation.

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2025 Grade 12 Life Sciences Exam Guidelines

The 2025 Grade 12 Life Sciences Examination Guidelines from the Department of Basic Education in South Africa outline the assessment structure, which includes School-Based Assessments (25% of the final mark) and End-of-Year Examinations (75%). The SBA consists of various tasks throughout the year, while the final exams include two papers covering specific topics. Learners are encouraged to utilize resources such as a Tips for Success Booklet and past examination papers for effective preparation.

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2025 Grade 12 Life Sciences Examination Guidelines

The Department of Basic Education (DBE) in South Africa provides Examination Guidelines to
assist Grade 12 learners in preparing for assessments throughout the academic year. These
guidelines
offer clarity on the depth and scope of content to be assessed in the National Senior Certificate
(NSC)
examinations.

Structure of Assessments for Grade 12 Life Sciences:


The Life Sciences assessment framework for Grade 12 comprises School-Based
Assessments (SBA) and End-of-Year Examinations. The SBA contributes 25% to the final promotion
mark,
while the End-of-Year Examinations account for the remaining 75%.

School-Based Assessments (SBA):


The SBA includes various tasks distributed across the terms as follows:

Term 1:
- Practical Task 1
- Controlled Test 1

Term 2:
- Assignment
- June Examinations

Term 3:
- Practical Task 2
- Controlled Test 2

Term 4:
- Preparatory Examinations

Each task has a specific raw mark allocation, which is standardized to contribute to the SBA mark.
End-of-Year Examinations:
The final examinations consist of two papers, each contributing 50% to the examination
component:

Paper 1:
- Focuses on topics such as DNA, Meiosis, Genetics, and Evolution.

Paper 2:
- Covers Human Reproduction, Responding to the Environment, and Environmental Studies.

Each paper is typically 2.5 hours long and carries 150 marks.

Preparation Resources:
To effectively prepare for these assessments, learners are encouraged to utilize the
following resources:

- Tips for Success Booklet: This booklet provides advice on exam preparation, study planning, and
subject-specific guidelines. It is available on the Western Cape Education Department's ePortal.

- Past Examination Papers: Reviewing past papers helps in understanding the exam format and
types of
questions asked. These can be accessed through the DBE's official website or educational
platforms
like Studyclix.

For More Information:


For the most accurate and updated information regarding the 2025 Grade 12 Life Sciences
Examination Guidelines, it is advisable to consult the Department of Basic Education's official
website
or contact your school's Life Sciences department.

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