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Introduction to Animal behaviour

BHE50801

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.

Onderwijsmethode en toetsing

The examination consists of an online (remote proctored) exam with multiple-choice questions.
Students can take the online (remote proctored) exam in the re-exam period in February and the re-exam period in July.

Link naar meer informatie

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Aanbod

  • Startdatum

    1 september 2023

    • Einddatum
      31 augustus 2024
    • Periode *
      Academic Year
    • Locatie
    • Voertaal
      Engels
    • Inschrijven tussen
      1 jun 00:00 - 15 jul 2024
Dit aanbod is voor studenten van Utrecht University