Program Overview

Ecology - BIOL 2008

Course Description

This course introduces students to ecology, a branch of biology that examines interactions between organisms and their environment. These include interactions at the individual, population, community, and ecosystem levels. Topics include general concepts in ecology, ecology of individuals, ecology of populations, interspecies interactions, and community and ecosystems exploration. Laboratory work includes field collection and lab analysis of ecological data.

Course Details

Course Code

BIOL2008

Credits

3

Format and Length

• Lecture: 45 hours
• Lab: 36 hours

Prerequisites

• BIOL 1008
• Restricted to Arts and Sciences Diploma, Environmental Protection, Therapeutic Recreation, and Open Studies

Delivery Method

• In person: This course is delivered in a classroom setting with face-to-face instruction at regularly scheduled times.

Tuition and Fees

Canadian Students

• Tuition estimate: $495
• Fees estimate: $720.50
• Total estimate: $1,215.50

International Students

• Tuition estimate: $1,497
• Fees estimate: $720.50
• Total estimate: $2,217.50

Detailed Fees

• Digital resource fee: $7.00 max per term
• Program and supplies fee: $25 max per term
• Registrarial and student service fee: $41.00 max per term
• Student technology fee: $12.00 max per term
• Students’ Association fees:
  • Health and dental plan: $386.00 per year
  • Students’ Association: $51.50 per term
  • U-Pass: $180.00 per term
  • Legal plan: $18.00 per year

Term and Schedule

• Fall: Oct. 27 - Dec. 12, 2025
• Schedule: Mon, Fri: 02:00 - 05:00 pm
• Class: 40998
• Section: A01
• Open Studies: Yes

Notes

• This course can be taken through Open Studies or through one of our many programs.
• Read our application guide and apply now.