Diversity of Life

• • A week-by-week guide to the topics you will explore in this subject will be provided in your study materials.

You must have successfully completed the following subject(s) before starting this subject:

MAQ-BIOX1310-Organisms to Ecosystems ;

Others

50cp at 1000 level or above including (BIOX1310 ) NCCW (pre-2020) BIOL228, BIOL208, BIOL210, BIOL605 from 2020 NCCW BIOL1310

Special requirements

• AttendanceDetails - Nine three hour practicals

This subject explores the biological diversity of plants and animals. Relationships between structure and function are emphasised. The unit also discusses how organisms have adapted to specific environments. There is a strong emphasis on evolutionary processes and how these have generated biological diversity. A comparative approach is taken, with adaptation discussed in the context of evolutionary trees and the fossil record. The unit is suitable for students interested in organismal biology, science education, and research.

• Final examination (30%)
• Weekly assessment (25%)
• Literature review (20%)
• Lab report (20%)
• Media Presnetation (5%)

Current study term: 25 Jul 21 to 05 Nov 21