This course provides an introduction to the diversity of life, microbiology, plant and animal physiology and ecology. It also presents the implication of bioscience for everyday activities such as the advocacy of biodiversity and environmental protection. Laboratory course is provided for students to understand the experimental design and basic techniques commonly used in the theory course.

CILO-1: Acquire basic concepts and theories of biology. CILO-2: Apply biological knowledge in personal and social contexts. CILO-3: Understand the experimental design and basic techniques commonly used in the theory course.