Courses: BIO318 Central Geobiological Themes - Spring 2017
Credits
10.0Language of Instruction
English
Teaching semester
Spring. Every second spring, next time spring 2020.
Place of Instruction
Bergen
Objectives and Content
The goal for the course is to give in-depth knowledge about the relevant topics in geobiology, and provide information about current debates, possible contradictions and unanswered questions. The course includes several central themes in geobiology such as: Life in extreme environments and the origins of life; Microbial processes and climate changes; Biodiversity and co-evolution; Inter-organism interactions - genetics, ecology, adaptation.
Learning Outcomes
After completing the course the students will have in-depth understanding of the current relevant topics in geobiology, as well as information about recent research advances in the field, current hypothesis and theories, possible contradictions, problems, and unanswered questions.
Recommended Previous Knowledge
Bachelor in Biology or Geology or equivalent education.
Forms of Assessment
Oral presentation
Grading Scale
Pass/fail
Contact Information
studie@bio.uib.no