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BIOL1309

Evolutionary diversity

Faculty of Science

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Course summary

mixed

BIOL1309 covers evolutionary diversity with a mix of lectures and labs focusing on plants and animals. It requires significant memorization for the final exam, but some students find it interesting and rewarding. The course is good for those interested in biodiversity and willing to put in the effort.

Grading

Grading is generally lenient according to some reviews, with a few noting that hard work pays off. However, others found the multiple-choice questions in the final exam challenging due to penalties for incorrect answers.

Workload

The workload is heavy, especially during exam preparation. Students need to memorize a lot of information and spend many hours reviewing before exams.

Assessments

Assessment includes labs (30%), a final exam with multiple-choice questions (80%) and essay-style questions (20%). There are no tutorials or group projects.

Teaching

Teaching quality varies, with some professors noted for their engaging style while others have heavy accents. Labs are generally considered easier than lectures.

Tips

Attend labs regularly as they can be helpful; read the textbook and use additional resources to prepare for exams; start reviewing early, especially for the final exam.

heavy workloadmemorization requiredgrading lenient

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