Ecosystem Modelling

uses the acquired understanding of ecosystems, climate and carbon cycling as a basis to explain current ecological processes as well as to project these into the future.

Environmental Toxicology

offers an in depth insight into the recognition, analysis and prediction of environmental and human health problems caused by potentially toxic chemicals. 

Adaptation to Human Environments

explores the multiple ways in which animals have evolved adaptations that help them to survive in ever-changing environments (including urbanization). 

Behavioural Biology

spans the animal kingdom and approach important behaviours from evolutionary, developmental, functional and mechanistic angles. Topics will include cooperation, consciousness, aggression, play, reproduction and personalities. 

Evolutionary Genetics

discusses genome evolution in pro- and eukaryotes, evolution of chloroplasts and mitochondria, horizontal DNA transfer, evolutionary consequences of genome evolution and sex, as well as causes of speciation.

For specific information about each course please visit the study guide.