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Introduction to Animal behaviour

BHE50801

Over deze cursus

Introduction to Animal Behaviour - will introduce you to the fundamental topics involved in Animal Behaviour research. You will learn not only what animals do, but also how scientists figure out the 'whys' behind their behaviour. The course will make you familiar with a range of different topics, illustrated with examples from the scientific literature. By completing this course, you will gain a broad understanding of the fundamental topics of behaviour.
More course information and instructions on how to register can be found on: https://www.wur.nl/Virtual-Exchange.htm or click on the top-right link on this page.

Leerresultaten

After successful completion of this course students are expected to be able to:

  • understand how animal behaviour is a result of evolution and natural selection;
  • understand the process of formulating and testing hypotheses about why animals do what they do;
  • understand introductory concepts around animal cognition, communication, foraging, reproduction, and social behaviour;
  • understand methods scientists use to study and answer questions about behaviour;
  • understand how scientific research is reported.

Bronnen

Aanvullende informatie

  • Studiepunten
    ECTS 1
  • Niveau
    bachelor
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Aanbod

  • Startdatum

    2 september 2024

    • Einddatum
      31 augustus 2025
    • Periode *
      Academic Year
    • Locatie
      Wageningen
    • Voertaal
      Engels
    • Inschrijven tussen
      1 jun, 00:00 - 15 jul 2025
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Dit aanbod is voor studenten van Utrecht University