Biology: Bryophyte Morphology and Identification

Experts in different groups will guide you through the secrets of species determination. You will get an overview of bryophyte phylogeny and diversity. Bryophytes have a life cycle dominated by the haploid generation, in contrast to other land plants, which are dominated by the diploid generation. You will examine the different stages of this life cycle and get insights into the genetic consequences of such a life cycle. Students applying for the course typically have diverse backgrounds. As far as possible, we individualize the course content to meet the knowledge levels and special interests of each course participant.

You get proficiency in bryophyte terminology, species identification and observation of bryophytes in their natural habitats. This will give you tools for more advanced studies of the miniature world of bryophytes. You can use your skills in inventory projects, conservation biology, nature protection and education.

The first two weeks of the course are internet-based. During the third full week, you participate in a course meeting based at the biological field station Stensoffa outside Lund. You will get acquainted with bryophytes from various habitats in the field. You will also learn to use determination keys and observe morphological characters with microscopes. The field week ends with an examination.

Prerequisites

For admission to the course, 90 credits of scientific studies including 10 credits in botany. English 5.

Selection criteria

Seats are allocated according to: ECTS (HPAV): 100 %.

Tuition fees for non-EU/EEA citizens

Citizens of countries outside:

• The European Union (EU)
• The European Economic Area (EEA) and
• Switzerland

are required to pay tuition fees. You pay an instalment of the tuition fee in advance of each
semester.

Tuition fees, payments and exemptions

Full programme/course tuition fee: SEK 15,417
First payment: SEK 15,417

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Note that you may also need to pay an application fee, or provide proof of exemption.

Application fee

No tuition fees for citizens of the EU, EEA and Switzerland

There are no tuition fees for citizens of the European Union (EU), the European Economic Area (EEA) and Switzerland.