Ecological Toxicology: Physiology
About
The course deals with toxicological and ecotoxicological principles, measurement methods, effects and mechanisms of action with an emphasis on the individual level, as well as testing for sublethal toxic effects such as changes in growth, reproduction and tissue damage.
The course also addresses toxic effects at the suborganism level. It includes studies of changes in gene expression such as enzymes and metabolites and associated functions and regulation. The intention is to provide knowledge about the molecular mechanisms of toxic substances. Effects at the superorganism level include changes in phenotype and genotype, as well as physiological fitness of the individuals in a population.
The course is experimental and intends to provide insight into various ecotoxicological tests, including such tests that are used for monitoring the environment. The course is aimed at both aquatic and terrestrial environment. The course will also provide an orientation on the sources of environmental toxins, transport, distribution, degradation and final destination in the environment.
This course is open to
Exchange students at the Faculty of Science and exchange students on a university-wide agreement. Please contact your international coordinator at the University of Gothenburg if you need to know more.
Entry requirements
At least 90 credits in natural sciences (biology, chemistry, ecology, earth, environmental, marine sciences), with a minimum of 30 credits in biology and 30 credits in chemistry, or 60 credits in biology. These prerequisites can be waived if an applicant has verifiable equivalent knowledge/skills. The course ES1305, 15 credits can be counted as biology or chemistry.
Applicants must prove their knowledge of English corresponding to English 6/English B from Swedish upper secondary school. For more information, see English language requirements on Universityadmissions.se.
Application
Do you want to apply for exchange studies at the University of Gothenburg?