Science of Sex - BIOL260
Topics related to sex pervade our culture, media, politics, relationships and everyday life. Despite this, many of us have never had the opportunity to learn why sex evolved. What are the real differences between males and females? What is the chemistry that makes partners attractive? Why are the sexual strategies and behaviours of different species so diverse? What hormones control our maturation, reproductive cycles and pregnancy? This unit takes a broad approach, using examples (some quite bizarre) from the animal and plant worlds. At the same time, we cover in depth the sexual biology and behaviour of our own intriguing species.
| Credit Points: | 3 |
| When Offered: | S2 Day - Session 2, North Ryde, Day S2 External - Session 2, External (On-campus sessions: None) |
| Staff Contact(s): | Dr Laura Hurley |
| Prerequisites: |
(12cp at 100 level or above) or admission to GCertBiotech |
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| NCCW(s): | BIOX260 |
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| Unit Type: | Planet unit |
| Assessed As: | Graded |
| Offered By: | Department of Biological Sciences Faculty of Science and Engineering |
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