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Genetics, Evolution and Ecology

Genetics, Evolution, and Ecology
LIFESCI XL 7B

This second course in the pre-medical life science sequence provides an introduction to principles of evolution, Mendelian inheritance, and population genetics.

Typically Available
Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Duration
As few as 11 weeks
Units
5.0
Current Formats
Live Online
Cost
Starting at $1,275.00

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What you can learn.

Understand the gene and environment interactions and the process of chromosomal inheritance
Evaluate the contribution of evolution, ecology, and global changes to conservation strategies
Recognize species formation through evolutionary mechanisms and interactions

About This Course

Principles of Mendelian inheritance and population genetics. Introduction to principles and mechanisms of evolution by natural selection; population; behavioral and community ecology; and biodiversity, including major taxa and their evolutionary, ecological and physiological relationships. Letter grading. Transferable for UC credit.
Prerequisites
LIFESCI XL 7A Cell and Molecular Biology.

Summer 2026 Schedule

Date
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Format
 
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Tuesday, Thursday
Instructor:
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408329
Fee:
$1,275.00
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Remote Classroom
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Notes

Lecture only. The textbook will be used throughout LIFESCI XL 7A, 7B and 7C. 

Visitors not permitted. Enrollment deadline: June 28, 2026 11:59:59 PM PST. Internet access required.

Enrollment is typically reserved for adult students 18 years of age and older. Students under 18 years of age may receive consent to enroll based on special academic competence and approval by the instructor. If you are a student under 18 years of age, you must submit a request to enroll in the course 8 weeks before the course start date to hss@uclaextension.edu for your request to be considered. 

Deadline
Refunds only available from April 27, 2026 to July 05, 2026
Course Requirements
Schedule
Type
Date
Time
Location
Lecture
Tue Jun 23, 2026
6:30PM PT - 9:30PM PT
Remote Classroom
Discussion
Thu Jun 25, 2026
7:00PM PT - 9:30PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Tue Jun 30, 2026
6:30PM PT - 9:30PM PT
Remote Classroom
Discussion
Thu Jul 2, 2026
7:00PM PT - 9:30PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Tue Jul 7, 2026
6:30PM PT - 9:30PM PT
Remote Classroom
Discussion
Thu Jul 9, 2026
7:00PM PT - 9:30PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Tue Jul 14, 2026
6:30PM PT - 9:30PM PT
Remote Classroom
Discussion
Thu Jul 16, 2026
7:00PM PT - 9:30PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Tue Jul 21, 2026
6:30PM PT - 9:30PM PT
Remote Classroom
Discussion
Thu Jul 23, 2026
7:00PM PT - 9:30PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Tue Jul 28, 2026
6:30PM PT - 9:30PM PT
Remote Classroom
Discussion
Thu Jul 30, 2026
7:00PM PT - 9:30PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Tue Aug 4, 2026
6:30PM PT - 9:30PM PT
Remote Classroom
Discussion
Thu Aug 6, 2026
7:00PM PT - 9:30PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Tue Aug 11, 2026
6:30PM PT - 9:30PM PT
Remote Classroom
Discussion
Thu Aug 13, 2026
7:00PM PT - 9:30PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Tue Aug 18, 2026
6:30PM PT - 9:30PM PT
Remote Classroom
Discussion
Thu Aug 20, 2026
7:00PM PT - 9:30PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Tue Aug 25, 2026
6:30PM PT - 9:30PM PT
Remote Classroom
Discussion
Thu Aug 27, 2026
7:00PM PT - 9:30PM PT
Remote Classroom
Discussion
Thu Sep 3, 2026
7:00PM PT - 9:30PM PT
Remote Classroom

This course applies toward the following programs

certificate Boost your academic foundation to pursue a career change, apply to a health/professional program or enhance your knowledge in the sciences. Earned credits in this rigorous post-baccalaureate certificate program are transferable to UC and Cal State campuses, as well as other universities nationwide (some limitations may apply). Federal financial aid is available.

Boost your academic foundation to pursue a career change, apply to a health/professional program or enhance your knowledge in the sciences. Earned credits in this rigorous post-baccalaureate certificate program are transferable to UC and Cal State campuses, as well as other universities nationwide (some limitations may apply). Federal financial aid is available.