BIO2130 – Bio statistics
Course description
Course content
BIO2130 was given in Autumn 2008 for the last time. The course is under reconstruction and will continue as BIO2150A.
Different types of biological data and how they may be described by statistical variables. Sampling methods in different disciplines of biology Parametric and non-parametric methods. General and generalized linear models. Multivariate methods with application to systematics, ecology, and toxicology.
Learning outcome
- Students will become competent in designing field studies and experiments at a scientifically acceptable level.
- Student will become capable of evaluating the statistical bases for results and theories in biological journals.
Admission
Students who are admitted to study programmes at UiO must each semester register which courses and exams they wish to sign up for in Studentweb.
If you are not already enrolled as a student at UiO, please see our information about admission requirements and procedures.
Prerequisites
Formal prerequisite knowledge
In addition to fulfilling the Higher Education Entrance Qualification, applicants have to meet the following special admission requirements:
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Mathematics R1 (or Mathematics S1 and S2) + R2
And in addition one of these:
- Physics (1+2)
- Chemistry (1+2)
- Biology (1+2)
- Information technology (1+2)
- Geosciences (1+2)
- Technology and theories of research (1+2)
The special admission requirements may also be covered by equivalent studies from Norwegian upper secondary school or by other equivalent studies (in Norwegian).
Recommended previous knowledge
STK1000 – Introduction to Applied Statistics, MAT1001 – Mathematics 1 (discontinued).
Overlapping courses
10 credits overlap with BIOS3000 – Design and analysis of biological studies
The subject may overlap with BIO310A and BIO312.
Teaching
Lectures: 4 hours/week. Practical work for 2 hours a week. The student are expected to participate during lectures.
Examination
Two mandatory written assignments must have been approved before admission to the final exam. The course has two exams, both with a duration of 3 hours: a written midterm exam with no written aids permitted, and a written final exam with all written aids permitted. Final grade is set from a general assessment based on a 40:60 weighting of the two exams. Letter grade (A-F).
Grading scale
Grades are awarded on a scale from A to F, where A is the best grade and F is a fail. Read more about the grading system.
Resit an examination
This course offers both postponed and resit of examination. Read more:
Evaluation
The course is subject to continuous evaluation. At regular intervals we also ask students to participate in a more comprehensive evaluation.