Animal ecophysiology from a climate perspective

Education facts

Code: BIO560

<p>While some species manage to live in a continuously changing environment and in different climates, others have a much narrower niche. On this course we focus on the physiological and morphological characteristics behind these variations. It is a second cycle course that requires basic previous knowledge in physiology, instead we will go more into details about adaptations to various habitats and how the physiology is affected by environmental factors like temperature, oxygen availability, pH and salinity. What physiological adaptations do we e.g. see in camels in the desert, fish in the Antarctic or mussels in the tidal zone? And how may these adaptations limit the expansion of species to other habitats?  We will also discuss how ongoing and future climate changes may affect the distribution and survival of species.</p> <p>The pedagogy of the course is based on active participation by the students, with traditional lectures playing a minor part, in favour of group discussions, seminars and practical laborations. Examination is continuous throughout the course.</p>

Entry requirements

For admission to the course, knowledge are required equivalent to: Alternative 1: Approved basic courses in biology comprising 60 credits in the subject areas of cell biology, molecular genetics, evolution, botanical and zoological physiology, ecology and biodiversity and systematics, or equivalent. Alternative 2: The following courses must be approved: ES1201, Environmental Sciences: Natural Science, 15 credits, ES1300, Natural Resource Management, 15 credits, ES1305, Pollutants effects and dispersal on Biological Systems, 15 credits, ES1220 Ecology and evolution for environmental scientists, 15 credits and one of the following three courses: BIO900, Cell Biology, 15 credits, BIO906, Molecular Genetics and Evolution, 15 credits, BIO283, Conservation Ecology in Water Environments, 15 credits, or an equivalent basic course in environmental science with a scientific focus. Alternative 3: Passed courses of at least 90 credits in the two first years of the Marine science, Bachelor's programme, University of Gothenburg For all alternatives, at least one relevant advanced course (at least 15 credits) in biology needs to be passed. To provide the requirement in English by an internationally recognized test, for example TOEFL, IELTS, the English proficiency should be equivalent to the level of English 6/English Course B from Swedish Upper Secondary School. Recommended advanced courses are BIO232 Human Physiology (15 credits, first cycle) or BIO484 Comparative Physiology of Marine Animals including Applications for Aquaculture (15 credits, second cycle).

Education offerings

Each offering has its own dates and conditions. Closed offerings are retained as history and do not mean that a new application is open.

• Animal ecophysiology from a climate perspective

  University of Gothenburg

  Start date: 20 January 2025

  End date: 26 March 2025

  Pace of study: 100 %