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The course is connected to the following study programs

Teaching language

English

Prerequisites

The students must be enrolled in a relevant PhD program at UiA or other national or international universities.

Recommended previous knowledge

Previous knowledge at the level of MSc in marine biology (or similar) is recommended.

Learning outcomes

Upon completing this course students will:

• have insights into current research into ecological interactions of coastal ecosystems

• be able to design and evaluate studies on the dynamics of coastal fish populations

• be able to discuss different management strategies for coastal regions

• be able to discuss the challenges of current research in coastal ecology

• have experience from working in teams

• be able to evaluate and present scientific data in marine ecology

Contents

The course will focus on relevant research questions in coastal ecology based on the research within our Centre for Coastal Research (CCR). The questions will be related to the dynamics and interactions of benthic and pelagic coastal ecosystems, their management and human influences of this system. The course content will vary slightly over the years and focus on the expertise of local and international collaborators who will join the teaching staff for the course.

The topics covered will be announced well in advance of the application deadline.

Teaching and learning methods

The course will be arranged with a combination of lectures, seminars and discussion groups as well as some field excursions. Students will be introduced to current research questions and challenges and work to resolve these with guidance from the lecturers. Students are expected to prepare for the course in advance.

Examination requirements

Individual oral presentation must be passed.

Examinations

Individual written report.

The grading used is passed /not passed.

Student evaluation

The person responsible for the course, in consultation with the student representative, decides the method of evaluation and whether the courses will have a midterm- or end of term evaluation, see also the Quality System, section 4.1. Information about evaluation method for the course will be posted on Canvas.
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