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Below is a list of all the main courses in the ISP curriculum in biology.
The courses in the first 6 months of the program and designed to be taken by all members of the ISP, regardless of their subject of interest. These courses offer something for everyone, and will prepare students for the more challenging later year courses.
Laboratory Exercises in Natural Sciences
Below is a list of the compulsory subjects for students in the department of biology.
Biodiversity Studies I, II, III
Readings of the Scientific Literature
Below is a list of the elective subjects for students in the department of biology.
Systematics and Taxonomy I, II
Cell Function and Structure I, II
Reproductive and Developmental Biology I, II
Environmental Biology I, II
Molecular Genetics
Systematics and Evolution
Brain, Behavior and Evolution
Environmental Molecular Biology
Biostatistics
Biological Science Techniques
Laboratory Courses
The following are elective modules, though students are required to fulfil certain quotas in this category to qualify for graduation. In particular, students are strongly encouraged to take “Advanced Studies in Biology” course as their final year research project.
Advanced Studies in Biology
Literature Survey in Biology
Laboratory Course in Systematic Botany
Laboratory Course in Systematic Zoology
Laboratory Course in Ecology
Laboratory Course in Genetics
Ecological Surveys of Biodiversity in Forests
Laboratory Course in Cell Structure and Function
Laboratory Course in Environmental Biology
Laboratory Course in Behavioral Neurobiology
Laboratory Course in Animal Development
Laboratory Course in Marine Biology I, II
Field Course in Marine Ecology
Laboratory Course in Phycology