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BIOSCI 394
: Terrestrial Ecology and Conservation2023 Semester One (1233)
Explores theoretical ecology from populations to ecosystems. Applies ecological theory to conservation management through a cross-disciplinary lens in the context of social and cultural values. Students will test theoretical hypotheses in the field, conduct an ecological site assessment for conservation management and learn to use population viability analysis to assess risks to threatened populations.
Prerequisite: BIOSCI 206 and 220, or 104 and 30 points at Stage II in either Biological Sciences or Geography
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BIOSCI 394
: Terrestrial Ecology and Conservation2022 Semester One (1223)
Explores theoretical ecology from populations to ecosystems. Applies ecological theory to conservation management through a cross-disciplinary lens in the context of social and cultural values. Students will test theoretical hypotheses in the field, conduct an ecological site assessment for conservation management and learn to use population viability analysis to assess risks to threatened populations.
Prerequisite: BIOSCI 206 and 220, or 104 and 30 points at Stage II in either Biological Sciences or Geography
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BIOSCI 394
: Terrestrial Ecology and Conservation2021 Semester One (1213)
Conservation of species and ecosystems. Population ecology, population growth, harvesting and pest control, marine and terrestrial conservation practice, forest and fisheries management. Impacts and control of invasive species. Population viability analysis and case studies in the conservation of threatened species. International conservation.
Prerequisite: BIOSCI 206 and 220, or 104 and 30 points at Stage II in either Biological Sciences or Geography
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BIOSCI 394
: Conservation Ecology2020 Semester One (1203)
Conservation of species and ecosystems. Population ecology, population growth, harvesting and pest control, marine and terrestrial conservation practice, forest and fisheries management. Impacts and control of invasive species. Population viability analysis and case studies in the conservation of threatened species. International conservation.
Prerequisite: BIOSCI 104 and 30 points at Stage II in either Biological Sciences or Geography
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BIOSCI 395
: Pacific Biogeography and Biodiversity2024 Semester Two (1245)
Island biogeography and insular biodiversity across the Pacific. A multi-disciplinary approach involving the study of both plant and animal systematics and biogeography.
Prerequisite: BIOSCI 109 or GEOG 101
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BIOSCI 395
: Pacific Biogeography and Biodiversity2023 Semester Two (1235)
Island biogeography and insular biodiversity across the Pacific. A multi-disciplinary approach involving the study of both plant and animal systematics and biogeography.
Prerequisite: BIOSCI 109 or GEOG 101
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BIOSCI 395
: Pacific Biogeography and Biodiversity2022 Semester Two (1225)
Island biogeography and insular biodiversity across the Pacific. A multi-disciplinary approach involving the study of both plant and animal systematics and biogeography.
Prerequisite: BIOSCI 109 or GEOG 101
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BIOSCI 395
: Pacific Biogeography and Biodiversity2021 Semester Two (1215)
Island biogeography and insular biodiversity across the Pacific. A multi-disciplinary approach involving the study of both plant and animal systematics and biogeography.
Prerequisite: BIOSCI 109 or GEOG 101
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BIOSCI 395
: Pacific Biogeography and Biodiversity2020 Semester Two (1205)
Island biogeography and insular biodiversity across the Pacific. A multi-disciplinary approach involving the study of both plant and animal systematics and biogeography.
Prerequisite: BIOSCI 109 or GEOG 101
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BIOSCI 396
: Terrestrial Ecology2020 Semester One (1203)
Experimental and theoretical population and community ecology focusing on the interactions and environmental forces controlling the distribution and abundance of terrestrial populations of plants and animals. Both New Zealand and international examples will be used to explain the fundamental processes shaping ecological systems throughout the world.
Prerequisite: BIOSCI 109, 206, and STATS 101 or 108
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BIOSCI 399
: Capstone: Biology: The Science of the 21st Century2024 Semester Two (1245)
Major advances in biology have added immensely to the understanding of our world. These advancements will continue, and biological science will influence our future lives and world. Students will enhance their scientific skills by envisioning the innovative future of biology, and its likely cultural, political and economic impacts, globally, and within the context of Aotearoa and Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
Prerequisite: 30 points at Stage III in Biological Sciences
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BIOSCI 399
: Capstone: Biology: The Science of the 21st Century2023 Semester Two (1235)
Major advances in biology have added immensely to the understanding of our world. These advancements will continue, and biological science will influence our future lives and world. Students will enhance their scientific skills by envisioning the innovative future of biology, and its likely cultural, political and economic impacts, globally, and within the context of Aotearoa and Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
Prerequisite: 30 points at Stage III in Biological Sciences
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BIOSCI 399
: Capstone: Biology: The Science of the 21st Century2022 Semester Two (1225)
Major advances in biology have added immensely to the understanding of our world. These advancements will continue, and biological science will influence our future lives and world. Students will enhance their scientific skills by envisioning the innovative future of biology, and its likely cultural, political and economic impacts, globally, and within the context of Aotearoa and Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
Prerequisite: 30 points at Stage III in Biological Sciences
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BIOSCI 399
: Capstone: Biological Science in a Post Truth World2021 Semester Two (1215)
Enables students to engage in debate on contemporary issues in biology and how these are interpreted from a cultural, political and economic perspective. Equips students with the tools to counter misrepresentation of science, through evidence-based scientific reasoning. Offers students a perception of Western science through different lenses, including Vision Matauranga, economic, environmental and health policy and journalism in NZ and beyond.
Prerequisite: 30 points at Stage III in Biological Sciences
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BIOSCI 700
: Phylogenetics2024 Semester One (1243)
Students will learn advanced computational methods for inferring phylogenetic trees and studying macroevolutionary processes, including phylogenetic dating, coalescence, epidemic phylogeography, and estimation of ancestral traits and biogeography. Relevant skills in computation (BEAST, command-line programs, R) and statistics (Bayesian methods, model-based inference) will also be taught.
Restriction: BIOINF 702
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BIOSCI 700
: Phylogenetics2023 Semester One (1233)
Students will learn advanced computational methods for inferring phylogenetic trees and studying macroevolutionary processes, including phylogenetic dating, coalescence, epidemic phylogeography, and estimation of ancestral traits and biogeography. Relevant skills in computation (BEAST, command-line programs, R) and statistics (Bayesian methods, model-based inference) will also be taught.
Restriction: BIOINF 702
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BIOSCI 700
: Advanced Phylogenetics2022 Semester One (1223)
Students will learn advanced computational methods for inferring phylogenetic trees and studying macroevolutionary processes, including phylogenetic dating, coalescence, epidemic phylogeography, and estimation of ancestral traits and biogeography. Relevant skills in computation (BEAST, command-line programs, R) and statistics (Bayesian methods, model-based inference) will also be taught.
Restriction: BIOINF 702
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BIOSCI 700
: Advanced Phylogenetics2021 Semester One (1213)
Students will learn advanced computational methods for inferring phylogenetic trees and studying macroevolutionary processes, including phylogenetic dating, coalescence, epidemic phylogeography, and estimation of ancestral traits and biogeography. Relevant skills in computation (BEAST, command-line programs, R) and statistics (Bayesian methods, model-based inference) will also be taught.
Restriction: BIOINF 702
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BIOSCI 701
: Practical Approaches in Genomics2024 Semester One (1243)
Genomics provides insights into the diversity, evolution, adaptation and function of organisms. Students will complete a research project to apply the advanced practical aspects of genomics across taxa and topics such as conservation, health and ecosystem function. Recommended preparation: BIOSCI 322, 351 or 355 or equivalent.
Restriction: BIOINF 701
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BIOSCI 701
: Practical Approaches in Genomics2023 Semester One (1233)
Genomics provides insights into the diversity, evolution, adaptation and function of organisms. This course focuses on the practical aspects of genomics as it can be applied across taxa and topics such as conservation, health and ecosystem function. A sound understanding of BIOSCI 322, 351 or 355 or equivalent is assumed.
Restriction: BIOINF 701
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BIOSCI 701
: Practical Approaches in Genomics2022 Semester One (1223)
Genomics provides insights into the diversity, evolution, adaptation and function of organisms. This course focuses on the practical aspects of genomics as it can be applied across taxa and topics such as conservation, health and ecosystem function. A sound understanding of BIOSCI 322, 351 or 355 or equivalent is assumed.
Restriction: BIOINF 701
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BIOSCI 701
: Practical Approaches in Genomics2021 Semester One (1213)
Genomics provides insights into the diversity, evolution, adaptation and function of organisms. This course focuses on the practical aspects of genomics as it can be applied across taxa and topics such as conservation, health and ecosystem function. A sound understanding of BIOSCI 322, 351 or 355 or equivalent is assumed.
Restriction: BIOINF 701
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BIOSCI 702
: Modelling Biological Processes2024 Semester Two (1245)
Modelling and simulation are increasingly important aspects of the biological sciences. A variety of biological modelling approaches are introduced through a series of practical exercises to build and analyse models of biological processes. Topics include modelling in ecology and systems biology, agent-based modelling of complex biological systems, and molecular dynamics of biological molecules.
Restriction: BIOINF 703
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BIOSCI 702
: Modelling Biological Processes2023 Semester Two (1235)
Modelling and simulation are increasingly important aspects of the biological sciences. A variety of biological modelling approaches are introduced through a series of practical exercises to build and analyse models of biological processes. Topics include modelling in ecology and systems biology, agent-based modelling of complex biological systems, and molecular dynamics of biological molecules.
Restriction: BIOINF 703
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BIOSCI 702
: Modelling Biological Processes2022 Semester Two (1225)
Modelling and simulation are increasingly important aspects of the biological sciences. A variety of biological modelling approaches are introduced through a series of practical exercises to build and analyse models of biological processes. Topics include modelling in ecology and systems biology, agent-based modelling of complex biological systems, and molecular dynamics of biological molecules.
Restriction: BIOINF 703
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