Programme overview

Evolutionary Biology explores how life has come to be and how it changes over time. We will explore the basics of Evolutionary Theory, Population Genetics, Evolutionary Ecology, Phylogenetics, Experimental evolution, and other tools commonly used in evolutionary research. Additionally, we will share tips and experiences on how to successfully apply to highly competitive graduate programmes in Evolutionary Biology.

The full syllabus of the 2026 edition is coming soon!

Entry Requirements

Our course is designed for everyone with an interest in evolutionary biology—and especially students from the Global South. Already being engaged in the field is not a requirement, but we do ask you to consider that our course is designed for undergraduate students with a background in the Biological Sciences.

Certificates of Completion

Once you've completed our course, we hand out a certificate of completion. Depending on how you took the course, we give out two types of certificates:

Type 1. This certification is given to students who attend and engage in at least 50% of the live Q&A sessions, and who hand in all the practical exercises.

Type 2. This certification is given to students who follow the course on their own time, and who do not attend the live sessions.