BIOL456-26S2 (C) Semester Two 2026

Dynamics of Microbiological Interactions

15 points

Details:
Start Date: Monday, 13 July 2026
End Date: Sunday, 8 November 2026
Withdrawal Dates
Last Day to withdraw from this course:
  • Without financial penalty (full fee refund): Sunday, 26 July 2026
  • Without academic penalty (including no fee refund): Sunday, 27 September 2026

Description

Microbiological interactions impact on almost every aspect of biology, from plant nutrient uptake and photosynthesis to animal digestion to ecosystem function. We will explore the intimate interactions of microorganisms with plants and animals, and other microorganisms. We consider a range of microorganisms, including bacteria, oomycetes, fungi, and archaea. You will develop skills in evaluating how molecular, ecological, biochemical and synthetic community approaches contribute to our understanding of microorganisms and their myriad interactions.

Restrictions

BIOL493

Co-requisites

Recommended Preparation

At least one of BIOL313, BIOL332-335, BIOL352, BIOL455, BIOL460, and/or BCHM305.

Timetable 2026

Students must attend one activity from each section.

Lecture A
Activity Day Time Location Weeks
01 Tuesday 12:00 - 13:00 Ernest Rutherford 260
13 Jul - 19 Jul
Tutorial A
Activity Day Time Location Weeks
01 Tuesday 12:00 - 14:00 Ernest Rutherford 260
20 Jul - 26 Jul
3 Aug - 9 Aug
17 Aug - 23 Aug
7 Sep - 13 Sep
21 Sep - 27 Sep
5 Oct - 11 Oct

Indicative Fees

Domestic fee $1,286.00

* All fees are inclusive of NZ GST or any equivalent overseas tax, and do not include any programme level discount or additional course-related expenses.

For further information see School of Biological Sciences .

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  • BIOL456-26S2 (C) Semester Two 2026