Evolutionary Psychobiology
The minor Evolutionary Psychobiology is the only minor in The Netherlands about evolution and (human) behaviour. Students acquire extensive knowledge about how natural and sexual selection (and other evolutionary processes) have driven the evolution of behaviour, with the focus on humans and other primates. In addition, students acquire research skills in the area of animal behaviour (including a research project in the zoo Artis), comparative psychology, human and animal intelligence, human and animal welfare, and evolutionary anthropology. Students also explore their critical thinking about theories on evolution and behavior by writing essays and participating in discussions.
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Evolutionary Psychobiology: Ecology, Behavior & CognitionPeriod 112
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Evolution of Human and Animal WelfarePeriod 26
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Evolution of Human and Animal IntelligencePeriod 26
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Evolutionary AnthropologyPeriod 36
Discover everything you need to know about the minor 'Evolutionary Psychobiology'—a one-of-a-kind programme focusing on the evolution of cognition and behaviour, aiming to build bridges across disciplines.
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With a minor you sometimes have access to certain (extra) masters.
Entry requirements
This minor is open for students who have successfully completed their first-year programme of a university Bachelor's programme. It is open for students from all disciplines, but particularly interesting for students of Psychobiology, Psychology, Biology, and Bèta-Gamma. International students are welcome as well.
Students are expected to have basic knowledge about evolution and behaviour, such as presented in the book Evolution and Human Behaviour by John Cartwright or Evolutionair Denken by Chris Buskes. The maximum number of students in the minor is 45.
Application and Admission
Contact
For substantive questions, please contact the minor coordinator Annemie Ploeger.
- Credits
- 30 ECTS, Semester 1
- Language of instruction
- English
- Location
- Science Park