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BIO3100 - Human Behavioural Ecology

Course content

The course gives an introduction to human ecology in perspectives from our past. Features from human evolutionary past are presented through comparative studies, particularly by fossil and recent primates. The behavioural approach use modern theory to view different characteristics of humans. It is focused on the understanding of different types of adaptation.

Learning outcomes

The students will through lectures and discussions get an overview of human behavioural ecology and evolutionary background, a significant insight for interdiciplinary understanding and development in the science of human ecology.

Admission

Students at UiO must apply for courses in StudentWeb.

International applicants, if you are not already enrolled as a student at UiO, please see our information about admission requirements and procedures for international applicants.

Prerequisites

Formal prerequisites

In addition to fulfilling the Higher Education Entrance Qualification, applicants have to meet the following special admission requirements:

One of these:

• Mathematics R1
• Mathematics (S1+S2)

And and in addition one of these:

• Mathematics (R1+R2)
• Physics (1+2)
• Chemistry (1+2)
• Biology (1+2)
• Information technology (1+2)
• Geosciences (1+2)
• Technology and theories of research (1+2)

The special admission requirements may also be covered by equivalent studies from Norwegian upper secondary school or by other equivalent studies. Read more about special admission requirements.

Recommended prior knowledge

Some biological insight is recommended. The course is however of general interest.

Overlap

The course might overlap with older courses. Contact the student administration office if you have questions.

Teaching

The course will be given every spring semester and consist of lectures and seminars.

Exam information

Written exam (3 hours).

Assessment and grading

Course grades are awarded on a descending scale using alphabetic grades from A to E for passes and F for fail. Read more about the grading system .

Explanations and appeals

Students can request an explanation of their grades, and can also appeal against their grades or make a complaint about formal examination errors. Read more about explanations and appeals

Possibility of make-up exams and re-takes

This subject offer new examination in the beginning of the
subsequent term for candidates who withdraw during an ordinary
examination or fail an ordinary examination. Postponed examination after legitimate absence is also offered.
For general information about new examination, see reglement for utsatt og ny eksamen ved MN-fakultetet
and the english version of the examination rules.

Exam options for students with special needs

Students may apply for access to alternative exam resources or exam forms on the basis of chronic illness and/or special needs that create a marked disadvantage to other students in the exam situation. Mothers who are breastfeeding may apply for extra time to complete the exam.

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