Nelson VCE Biology Units 1 & 2 has been fully updated for the new VCAA VCE Biology Study Design being implemented in 2016. This new edition follows the 2016–2021 VCE Study Design in both content and intent. Key knowledge is fully and carefully explained in easy to understand, student-friendly language and key skills are scaffolded throughout. Dedicated chapters include the use of posters (Unit 1 AOS 3) and investigation of an issue (Unit 2 AOS 3), ensuring that students are well prepared to undertake these school-based assessment components.