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ECOLOGY PROGRAM

Overview

Ecology is the science that studies the complex relationships between organisms and the environment in which they live and which highlights and analyses the mutual influences of the living and non-living component in ecosystems.

Aims and Content

Learning Outcomes

The acquisition of the fundamentals of ecological theory and the principles and methods of ecological investigations. Development of the capacity of understanding terminology and language typical of the discipline and of elaborating and rendering of information useful for the study, characterization, and management of ecosystems.

Prerequisites

There are no specific prerequisites, but basic knowledge of zoology is recommended to effectively address the teaching content.

Program Details

• Code: 52675
• Academic Year: 2025/2026
• Credits:
  • 6 cfu anno 1 METODOLOGIE FILOSOFICHE 11868 (LM-78 R) - GENOVA
  • 9 cfu anno 1 SCIENZE AMBIENTALI E NATURALI 11914 (L-32 R) - GENOVA
• Scientific Disciplinary Sector: BIO/07
• Language: Italian
• Teaching Location: GENOVA

Prerequisites for Other Courses

This course is a prerequisite for the following courses:

• ENVIRONMENTAL AND NATURAL SCIENCES 9916 (coorte 2025/2026)
• ENVIRONMENTAL FIELD ACTIVITY 84021
• MONITORING AND MANAGING ENVIRONMENTAL DATA 84093
• ECOLOGICAL DATA ANALYSIS AND EXERCISES 84046
• DATA ANALYSIS LABORATORY 84092

Modules

This course is composed of:

• PRACTICES IN ECOLOGY
• PRINCIPLES OF ECOLOGY

Teaching Materials

Teaching materials are available on AULAWEB.

Teachers and Exam Board

• Teacher: MARIACHIARA CHIANTORE
• Reception: The reception of the students will be arranged directly with the teacher.

Exams

Exam Description

The exam consists of an oral test concerning the topics covered in the teaching. The exam is passed if the student has obtained a mark greater than or equal to 18/30.

Assessment Methods

Details on how to prepare for the exam and the degree of detail required for each topic will be provided during the lessons. The exam will verify the actual acquisition of knowledge, which the student will have to be able to connect and integrate. The ability to synthesize and recognize the main aspects of the topic will be evaluated and the ability to expose the arguments clearly and with correct terminology will also be considered.

Exam Schedule

The following exam sessions are available:

• 03/02/2026 | 09:00 | GENOVA | Orale | | ESERCIZI DI ECOLOGIA
• 15/06/2026 | 09:00 | GENOVA | Orale | | ESERCIZI DI ECOLOGIA
• 29/06/2026 | 09:00 | GENOVA | Orale | | ESERCIZI DI ECOLOGIA
• 20/07/2026 | 09:00 | GENOVA | Orale | | ESERCIZI DI ECOLOGIA
• 02/09/2026 | 09:00 | GENOVA | Orale | | ESERCIZI DI ECOLOGIA
• 17/09/2026 | 09:00 | GENOVA | Orale | | ESERCIZI DI ECOLOGIA

Sustainable Development Goals

This program contributes to the following Sustainable Development Goals:

• Clean water and sanitation
• Sustainable cities and communities
• Climate action
• Life below water
• Life on land