Module code: BIO293
Credits: 15.0
Semester: SEM2
Contact: Dr Pavel Kratina
Overlap: None
Prerequisite: None
In this module you will obtain knowledge of basic ecological principles and learn to integrate theory with empirical observations. You will develop understanding of (i) distribution, growth and regulation of single species populations; (ii) interacting species pairs such as competition, predation, herbivory, parasitism; and (iii) structure and dynamics of multitrophic systems such as food webs, ecological communities and ecosystems. The topics will also cover spatial aspect of ecological systems in the metapopulation and metacommunity context, highlighting relationships between biodiversity, stability and ecosystem function. The module includes lectures and a residential field course.
Connected course(s): UDF DATA
Assessment: 75.0% Examination, 25.0% Coursework
Level: 5