ECOS1084 Ecosystem ecology (5 cr)
Study level:
Advanced studies
Grading scale:
0-5
Language:
English
Responsible organisation:
Department of Biological and Environmental Science
Curriculum periods:
2024-2025, 2025-2026, 2026-2027, 2027-2028
Description
This course focuses on ecosystem processes, trophic dynamics and how diversity is created and maintained in ecosystems and how diversity and ecosystem function interact. Basic network architecture analysis is introduced.
Learning outcomes
After completing the course, the student:
- knows the main theories and concepts in ecosystem ecology
- is able to analyse the architecture of ecological networks and understands the connection between network structure and stability
Description of prerequisites
Bachelor level studies completed
Study materials
Scientific publications.
Completion methods
Method 1
Description:
Course is organised every second year (spring 2025, 2027).
Evaluation criteria:
Exam (1-5)
Select all marked parts
Parts of the completion methods
x
Teaching (5 cr)
Type:
Participation in teaching
Grading scale:
0-5
Language:
English