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Course Description
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Course Name
Life on Land: Animals
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Host University
University of Cape Town
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Location
Cape Town, South Africa
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Area of Study
Animal Science
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Language Level
Taught In English
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Prerequisites
Course entry requirements: BIO1000F or BIO1000H, BIO1004F/S.
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Course Level Recommendations
Lower
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Host University Units
24 -
Recommended U.S. Semester Credits4
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Recommended U.S. Quarter Units6
Hours & Credits
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Overview
Course outline:
This course will familiarise students with the evolution, functional biology and physiology of invertebrates and vertebrate animals living in terrestrial environments. It covers the diversity and life styles of land animals (particularly myriapods, arachnids, insects and tetrapod vertebrates), paying special attention to the major adaptations required for life on land.
Course Disclaimer
Credits earned vary according to the policies of the students' home institutions. According to ISA policy and possible visa requirements, students must maintain full-time enrollment status, as determined by their home institutions, for the duration of the program.