Bio Sci 2A on the Emerald Isle
On this Summer Abroad program, you can:
- Earn 8 quarter units in 5 weeks.
- Enroll in UC Davis courses to fulfill degree, major, minor, or GE requirements as listed in the General Catalog.
- Experience academic coursework enriched by both the program’s location(s) and activities.
Note to Non-UC Davis Students:
- Students from other campuses should consult with their home campus to determine whether courses may be used to fulfill their specific academic requirements.
- Semester students who will apply for Summer Financial Aid can get an additional unit to meet unit minimums for financial aid eligibility. Please contact Summer Abroad for additional information.
Syllabus
Biological Sciences (BIS) 2A – Draft Syllabus (PDF)
The program syllabus and schedule, including the daily itinerary and planned activities, are subject to change at the discretion of the instructor.
Class Format
Lectures and discussions will generally take place Monday through Thursday with most weekends free. Excursions and other activities will generally take place on class days or on the occasional Friday and Saturday. The program instructor will provide more details with the syllabus.
Courses
You will enroll in the course set below. Auditing is not an option. UC Davis programs are academic programs so participants should expect a substantial amount of course work.
Some majors may require that lower division students enroll in BIS 98 instead of 198. Please check with your major advisor to see if this option is required for you.
- Biological Sciences (BIS) 2A. Introduction to Biology: Essentials of Life on Earth (5 units)
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Essentials of life including sources and use of energy, information storage, responsiveness to natural selection and cellularity. Origin of life and influence of living things on the chemistry of the Earth. Not open for credit to students who have completed course 1A with a grade of C- or better. GE credit: SE.
- Biological Sciences (BIS) 198. Directed Group Study (3 units, Pass/No Pass grading only.
- This course includes participation on excursions and tours and attendance to guest lectures. Students are often asked to write reflective pieces. Assignment topics vary by program.
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- Biological Sciences (BIS) 2A. Introduction to Biology: Essentials of Life on Earth (5 units)
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Essentials of life including sources and use of energy, information storage, responsiveness to natural selection and cellularity. Origin of life and influence of living things on the chemistry of the Earth. Not open for credit to students who have completed course 1A with a grade of C- or better. GE credit: SE.
- Biological Sciences (BIS) 98. Directed Group Study (3 units, Pass/No Pass grading only.
- This course includes participation on excursions and tours and attendance to guest lectures. Students are often asked to write reflective pieces. Assignment topics vary by program.
Prerequisites
There are no prerequisites for this program beyond the general eligibility requirements.