BIOL 1262 - Living Organisms I
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%
