BI1430, Conservation biology, 15.0 Hp
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Syllabus

Finalized by: PN-VH, 2024-04-23
Valid from : Spring semester 2025 (2025-01-20)

Level

First cycle (G2F)

Main field of study

Biology

Biology Area

Zoology (animal biology)

Grading Scale

5 / 4 / 3 / U

The grade requirements within the course grading system are set out in specific criteria. These criteria must be available by the course start at the latest.

Course language

Swedish

Entry Requirements

Objectives

Content

Examination Formats and Requirements for Passing the Course

Passed written take-home examination and approved participation in compulsory components.

•  If a student has failed an examination, the examiner has the right to issue supplementary assignments. This applies if it is possible and there are grounds to do so.
• The examiner can provide an adapted assessment to students entitled to study support for students with disabilities following a decision by the university. Examiners may also issue an adapted examination or provide an alternative way for the students to take the exam.
• If this syllabus is withdrawn, SLU may introduce transitional provisions for examining students admitted based on this syllabus and who have not yet passed the course.
• For the assessment of an independent project (degree project), the examiner may also allow a student to add supplemental information after the deadline for submission. Read more in the Education Planning and Administration Handbook.

Responsible Department/Equivalent

Department of Applied Animal Science and Welfare

Supplementary information

Included in program

• Ethology and Animal Welfare (BSc)

Module set

Title	Credits	Code
Conservation biology in practice	7.5	0001
Conservation biology	7.5	0002

The Course Replaces

HV0182

Other Information

The stay abroad is mandatory and involves costs for the student. Costs for airfare, visas, and vaccinations are paid directly by the student. Travel insurance, local transport, park fees, accommodation, most meals, and joint excursions are organized by SLU and invoiced to the student before departure. For more information about the costs involved in the course, contact the course management. Some lectures will be conducted in English.

• The right to participate in teaching and/or supervision only applies for the course instance the student was admitted to and registered on.
• If there are special reasons, students are entitled to participate in components with compulsory attendance when the course is given again. Read more in the Education Planning and Administration Handbook.