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.
Elective: BSc in Biology
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.