Marine pelagic and estuarine habitats. The practical application of theory to the ocean environment and its effect on the life of marine organisms. Emphasis on the biology of phytoplankton, zooplankton and fish, together with the study of fisheries. Includes management, marine technology, computer simulations, conservation, other marine vertebrates, aquaculture and environmental concerns. Technical skills, taxonomy and sampling design. Personal expenses will be incurred. The Advanced Level has fewer laboratories, but includes a tutorial, use of specialised equipment, as well as a seminar series.

Assumed knowledge: BIOS2031, BEES2041

Note: Available to students in Advanced Science- Life Sciences and, subject to the availability of places, to students in BEnvironSci (Biology and Marine) and in 3970 (Biological Science, Ecology, and Biological Oceanography Majors with a credit average or better in BIOS courses). A compulsory field trip will be held during the mid-session break.