BIOE 20CEcology and Evolution
Introduction to ecology and evolution covering principles of evolution at the molecular, organismal, and population levels. Evolutionary topics include genetic and phenotypic variation, natural selection, adaptation, speciation, and macroevolution. Also covers behavioral, population, and community ecology including applied ecological issues.
- All students - If this is a prerequisite for a Session 2 class, email summer@ucsc.edu for a permission number after you enroll.
- Enrollment in the associated discussion is mandatory.
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When it runs
Winter 2027Open Winter 2027
| Section | Type | When | Where | Instructor | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Lecture | Tue Thu 8:00am–9:35am | Media Theater M110 | Staff | Open 0/240 |
Fall 2026Open Fall 2026
| Section | Type | When | Where | Instructor | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Lecture | Tue Thu 3:20pm–4:55pm | Kresge Acad 3105 | B. B. Marinovic | Open 92/108 |
| 02 | Lecture | Tue Thu 1:30pm–3:05pm | Sci & Engr Library 206 | B. B. Marinovic | Wait List 58/58 |
Summer 2026Open Summer 2026
| Section | Type | When | Where | Instructor | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Lecture | Mon Wed Fri 1:00pm–3:30pm | Online | B. B. Marinovic | Open 137/140 |
Spring 2026Open Spring 2026
| Section | Type | When | Where | Instructor | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Lecture | Tue Thu 3:20pm–4:55pm | Humn Lecture Hall | B. B. Marinovic | Closed 300/300 |
Winter 2026Open Winter 2026
| Section | Type | When | Where | Instructor | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Lecture | Tue Thu 8:00am–9:35am | Media Theater M110 | B. B. Marinovic | Open 235/240 |
Fall 2025Open Fall 2025
| Section | Type | When | Where | Instructor | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Lecture | Tue Thu 3:20pm–4:55pm | Kresge Acad 3105 | B. B. Marinovic | Open 256/260 |
| 02 | Lecture | Tue Thu 5:20pm–6:55pm | Sci & Engr Library 206 | B. B. Marinovic | Closed 74/74 |
Who teaches it
| Instructor | Rating | Difficulty | Would take again | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baldo Marinovic | 4.1 / 5 | 3.0 / 5 | 82% | 233 |
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