Unit name | Biology 1B: Life Processes |
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Unit code | BIOL12000 |
Credit points | 40 |
Level of study | C/4 |
Teaching block(s) |
Teaching Block 4 (weeks 1-24) |
Unit director | Professor. Bridle |
Open unit status | Open |
Pre-requisites |
A-level Biology (preferred) or good science A-levels |
Co-requisites |
None |
School/department | School of Biological Sciences |
Faculty | Faculty of Life Sciences |
The structure and function of cells and their macromolecular components; animal physiology, neurobiology and development; transmission, molecular, population and evolutionary genetics; animal immune systems; natural communities and interactions within communities; exploitation and management of natural and agricultural ecosystems.
Aims:
On completion a student will have achieved an appreciation of practical biological methods, have learnt to analyse scientific problems and to draw objective conclusions, and have gained self-confidence in written, verbal and organizational skills, including communication, teamwork, and computer literacy.
The course mark comprises 60% for the end of unit exam and 40% for continuous assessment (CA).
The end of unit exam in May/June is 2.5 hours and comprises 2 papers.
The 40% CA mark is made up as follows:
The core textbook is
Also recommended is: