Current active subject description (last updated 2023/24)
Special Topic in Biology
BI221F
Current active subject description (last updated 2023/24)
Special Topic in Biology
BI221F
The course consists of an individual in-depth study of a chosen and approved body of scientific texts.
On successful completion of the course:
KnowledgeThe student should:
- Have broad knowledge of central theory, tools, and methods within a particular topic of biology
- Have considerable knowledge of research and development within a particular topic of biology
- Be able to collect, update, and use his/her biological knowledge
SkillsThe student should:
- Be able to locate, assess, and correctly cite relevant scientific information from a broad range of sources in analyzing biological questions
- Be able to apply scientific knowledge in the analysis of biological problems
General competenceThe student should:
- Be capable of communicating central topics such as theories, research questions, and scientific results within a particular topic
- Be able to exchange scientific knowledge and views with other biologists and thus contribute to development of the field
No costs except semester registration fee and syllabus literature.
This course is based on self study of a chosen topic.
The topic and curriculum is approved by the supervisor.
The study programme is evaluated annually by students by way of course evaluation studies (mid-term evaluation and final evaluation). These evaluations are included in the universitys quality assurance system.
Oral examination, grading rule Letter grades.
1-2 years of biology studies on bachelor level.