Level: I
Semester: 1
Number of Credits: 3
Prerequisites: (Cape Biology Units I and II) or (BIOL 0061 & BIOL 0062) or GCE A-Level Biology

 

Course Description 

An introduction to the major groups of prokaryotes, autotrophic protists and plants, their evolutionary associations, and adaptive radiation. Explores ideas about the origin of the prokaryotes and the evolution and diversity of photosynthetic organisms. It is a prerequisite for advanced biology courses in the Department of Life Sciences.

 

Assessment

Coursework                          50%

  • Theory                30%
  • Practical             20%

Final Examination               50%

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