Biosecurity: Stopping the spread of disease in animals

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Suitable for 11-18-year olds (secondary and high schools, and college), this article and accompanying activity sheet can be used in the classroom, chemistry/STEM clubs and at home.

This resource links to KS3 and KS4 biology, It is also internationally relevant.

It can also be used as a careers resource and links to Gatsby Benchmarks:
Gatsby Benchmark 2: Learning from career and labour market information
Gatsby Benchmark 4: Linking curriculum learning to careers

The article explains what biosecurity is and why scientists are keen for young people to be advocates of biosecurity. There is also an interview with four animal scientists, who talk about their career paths and opportunities in animal science.

The activity sheet includes discussion points - eight questions the students can answer in groups or individually. There are also links to educational activities such as a virtual farm tour and playing the part of a biosecurity inspector.

This resource was first published on Futurum Careers, a free online resource and magazine aimed at encouraging 14-19-year-olds worldwide to pursue careers in science, tech, engineering, maths, medicine (STEM) and social sciences, humanities and the arts for people and the economy (SHAPE).

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