spring 2016 BIO-8506 Evolution and Ecologically Driven Speciation - 10 ECTS

Application deadline

Registration deadline for PhD students at UiT - The Arctic University of Norway: February 1.

Application deadline for external applicants: December 1.


Type of course

Theoretical.

Admission requirements

PhD students register for the course through StudentWeb.

External applicants apply for admission through SøknadsWeb.

Contact Ingjerd Gauslaa Nilsen at the BFE-faculty if you have troubles or questions regarding registration to the course.


Course overlap

If you pass the examination in this course, you will get an reduction in credits (as stated below), if you previously have passed the following courses:

BIO-3525 Evolution and Ecologically Driven Speciation 10 stp

Course content

There is growing evidence that in many places new species are emerging at a greater pace, with a higher frequency and in circumstances that more traditional models of evolution would not predict. It is now clear that ecological processes can be a major driver of evolutionary change. Using examples drawn from a wide range of species, we will explore the main elements of our current understanding of the evolutionary processes that gave rise to the diversity of life on earth. Throughout there will be a strong emphasis on recent developments in our knowledge of the ecological consequences of the evolutionary macanisms and particular the role that ecological processes play in promoting evolutionary change.

Objectives of the course

Objectives: A broad overview of evolutionary processes and mechanisms with a specific focus on ecological consequences and drivers of evolution.

Language of instruction and examination

English

Teaching methods

Lectures and seminars.

Assessment

Home assignment and oral exam. Evaluation: pass/fail.

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  • About the course
  • Campus: Tromsø |
  • ECTS: 10
  • Course code: BIO-8506