Biogeochemical cycles in the sea
About
The course deals with the biogeochemical cycles of carbon, nitrogen, phosphorus, and silicon in a global oceanic perspective. The chemical, biological and physical aspects of the cycles are discussed. The course includes deep-sea circulation, gas exchange between atmosphere and oceans, biological production, the biological pump, and the budgets of carbon, nitrogen, phosphorus, and silicon including the role of sediments. The calcium carbonate cycle, and the relationship between the carbon cycle and the climate are discussed. The course has a modeling focus..
This course is open to
Exchange students at the Faculty of Science and exchange students on a university-wide agreement.
In order to apply for this course you need 90 credits within natural science, including 15 credits in chemistry and the course Ecology and Evolution, Basic Course, 15 credits, or equivalent.
Please contact your international coordinator at the University of Gothenburg if you need to know more.
English proficiency
Incoming students should have an English level equivalent of B2 or higher as courses and materials, including presentations and exams, will be in English.
To assess your English level, you can use the self-assessment grid for reference: https://europa.eu/europass/en/common-european-framework-reference
Application
Do you want to apply for exchange studies at the University of Gothenburg?