Human evolutionary biology

The overall objective is to present human evolutionary biology, proposing to use the tools of evolutionary biology to better understand human behavior and that observed in non-human primates in the context of their evolutionary history. Whether it be health, sociality, culture, local adaptations, language, morality, reproduction, or sexual preferences, the topics are addressed within the theoretical framework of evolutionary biology and ecology. Summary of course content: Anthropology, human sciences, and evolutionary biology / Evolution of cooperation / Cultural evolution / Evolution of diet / Evolution of sociality in primates / Family ecology / Medicine, public health, and evolution / Evolution of language / Evolutionary demography / The origins of equity.

Knowledge:

- Knowledge of key concepts and current issues in human evolutionary biology;

- Ability to use the theoretical tools of evolutionary biology to understand human traits (behaviors, life history traits);

- Ability to discuss scientific articles in the field of human evolutionary biology;

- Ability to contrast the study of non-human primates and humans.

Continuous assessment: 100%

Hourly volumes:

CM: 0 hours

Tutorial: 8.5 hours

Practical work: 0 hours

Field: 0 hours

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SPS: 0 hours

Seminars: 6.5 hours

Outside UM: 0 hours