Anatomy and Physiology 12 explores the functions and organization of the human body and is intended for those students with a keen interest in the life sciences and/or those students wishing to pursue biological studies at the post-secondary level.  This course is recommended as a pre-requisite for or taken concurrently with AP Biology 12 to adequately prepare students for the AP exam. Prior knowledge of the basic principles of chemistry and biology acquired from Science 10, Life Sciences 11, and Chemistry 11 will be of benefit students in the biochemistry and cell biology topics as the course weaves these concepts together to further understand how the body functions. 

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AP Biology is designed to be the equivalent of first year university level biology and is therefore more challenging than Biology 12. The content of AP Biology can be successfully completed only if students have completed Life Science 11 and Anatomy & Physiology 12 previously, or if they are taking Anatomy & Physiology 12 concurrently with AP Biology 12.   Success in the AP Exam also provides students with post-secondary credit for the equivalent courses. To qualify for first year university chemistry credit, students must obtain school credit and a minimum score of 4 (four) on the Advanced Placement College Board Biology Examination written in early May.