Learning outcomes

This course will cover the theories of evolutionary biology. We will learn how this can be used to infer both historical and ongoing processes. We will use both lectures and in-class exercises to better understand how  to calculate and observe evolutionary processes from different types of data.

Content

This course will cover the major themes of evolutionary biology. This will include:

- The principles of natural selection

- Reconstructing phylogenies

- Mutation and genetic variation

- Population genetics

- Adaptation

- Sexual selection

- Evolution and human health

- Human evolution

Assessment method

Final grades will be determined by

- Paricipation in in-class exercises and discussions

- A written final exam

Sources, references and any support material

We will largely follow this text and it is suggested the students get a copy:

Evolutionary Analysis by Herron & Freeman

ISBN: 9781292061276

 

Language of instruction

Français
Training Study programme Block Credits Mandatory
Bachelor in Biology Standard 0 2
Bachelor in Biology Standard 3 2