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BIO-2310 Arctic biology - 10 stp
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Type of course
The course is limited to 20 students due to the expedition to the West Ice.
10 places are reserved for qualified students at our bachleorprogram: Biologi, klima og miljø and Miljøledelse og forurensningsbiologi and aimed at MSc-students specializing in "Arctic animal physiology".
The course is also available to exchange students at a biology study program.
Please note! students must expect some costs associated with the purchase of clothing used during the field expedition.
The course is not available as singular course.
Course contents
Application deadline
1. December 2019.
Exchange students and Fulbright students also has to apply 1 October for the spring semester.
Obligatory prerequisites
Objective of the course
- should have knowledge, insight and increased awareness of the Arctic region, and the animals (invertebrates, fish, birds, mammals) that inhabit this region
- should be able to describe physiological adaptations of animals living in an extreme environment
- should be able to understand-scientific literature
- should be able to discuss- and give oral/written presentations of problems concerning this field of science
Language of instruction
Teaching methods
Assessment
6 hours written exam. A graded scale of five marks from A to E for pass and F for fail.
Coursework requirements: participation on cruise and cruisereport. In order to sit an examination, the student must complete and gain approval for any coursework requirements.
Re-sit exam:
There will be a re-sit examination for students that did not pass the previous ordinary examination.
Date for examination
The date for the exam can be changed. The final date will be announced at your faculty early in May and early in November.