Fish Diseases - Virology
Postgraduate course
- ECTS credits
- 10
- Teaching semesters Spring
- Course code
- BIO371
- Number of semesters
- 1
- Teaching language
- Norwegian
- Resources
- Schedule
Course description
Objectives and Content
The course gives a basic introduction to virology and epizootiology, with emphasis on fish viruses and their effects on the host (pathology). Diagnosis and prophylaxis are outlined. The course has a limited number of places. Students accepted to master's programmes at the Department of Biology will be given priority.
Learning Outcomes
To provide a basic introduction to viral diseases of fish, with emphasis on cultured species
ECTS Credits
10 ECTS
Level of Study
Master
Semester of Instruction
Spring.
This course has a limited capacity, enrolment is based on application. The application deadline is Wednesday in week 2 for the spring semester. Please see this page for more information. You will receive confirmation of whether you received a seat in Studentweb no later than Monday the week after the deadline.
It is compulsory to attend the first lecture/orientation meeting, or you risk losing your seat. If you are unable to attend the first lecture, you must contact the Study Section (studie.bio@uib.no). The time of the first lecture/orientation meeting can be found in the schedule on the course website or on Mitt UiB.
Teaching and learning methods
Lectures
Compulsory Assignments and Attendance
Written and oral assignments.
Forms of Assessment
Presentations of problem based learning assignment (20%) and oral exam (80%).
Grading Scale
The grading scale used is A to F. Grade A is the highest passing grade in the grading scale, grade F is a fail.
Reading List
The reading list will be available within July 1st for the autumn semester and December 1st for the spring semester.
Course Evaluation
Students will evaluate the course in accordance with the quality assurance system at UiB and the Department. You can find courseevaluations in the https://quality.app.uib.no/?year=2017&faknr=12&;instnr=60">Quality Assurance Reports.
Programme Committee
The Programme Committee is responsible for the content, structure and quality of the programme and courses.
Course Administrator
Department of Biological Sciences