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Anatomy 1
Semester 1, 15 lectures + 30 practicals, 3 credits
Anatomy is a description of the macroscopic appearance of organs. It combines the presentation of physique and body regions with the display of its components. The surface description applies to the whole animal, while the internal structures become accessible by dissection. Veterinary anatomy is primarily based on the study of the four most important domestic mammal species (horse, ruminant, carnivore, and pig). In constructing the anatomy curriculum, we have taken into account the ever-expanding need for comprehensive knowledge during the university curriculum. Following the traditions of Hungarian anatomy education, we prefer the „functional” approach. Accordingly, the first semester begins with the musculoskeletal system (detailed discussion of bones, joints, and muscles). We attach special importance to the teaching of anatomy to students who have graduated from high school in the first semester, when not only anatomy as a subject must be mastered, but also an insight into anatomical nomenclature is needed. The subject includes classroom lectures, plenary demonstrations and practical.
 
Mandatory resources:

• König-Liebich: Veterinary Anatomy of Domestic Mammals: Textbook and Colour Atlas

Recommended resources:

• Nickel, Schummer, Seiferle: Anatomy of the Domestic Animals
• Dyce, Sack, Wensing: Textbook of veterinary anatomy
• Constantinescu: Illustrated Veterinary Anatomical Nomenclature
• Evans-deLahunta: Miller’s Anatomy of the Dog
• Evans-deLahunta: Guide to the dissection of the Dog
• Sótonyi Péter: Anatomia Canis CD-ROM
• Budras: Anatomy of the Dog, An Illustrated Text
• Budras: Anatomy of the Horse

 

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Anatomy 2
Semester 2, 15 lectures + 30 practicals, 4 credits
 
Anatomy is a description of the macroscopic appearance of organs. It combines the presentation of physique and body regions with the display of its components. The surface description applies to the whole animal, while the internal structures become accessible by dissection. Veterinary anatomy is primarily based on the study of the four most important domestic mammal species (horse, ruminant, carnivore, and pig). In constructing the anatomy curriculum, we have taken into account the ever-expanding need for comprehensive knowledge during the university curriculum. Following the traditions of Hungarian anatomy education, we prefer the „functional” approach. In the second semester, more comprehensive viscerology and vascular anatomy, which also requires comparative histological and functional knowledge, will take place. The subject includes classroom lectures, plenary demonstrations and practicals.
 
Mandatory resources:

• König-Liebich: Veterinary Anatomy of Domestic Mammals: Textbook and Colour Atlas

Recommended resources:

• Nickel, Schummer, Seiferle: Anatomy of the Domestic Animals
• Dyce, Sack, Wensing: Textbook of veterinary anatomy
• Constantinescu: Illustrated Veterinary Anatomical Nomenclature
• Evans-deLahunta: Miller’s Anatomy of the Dog
• Evans-deLahunta: Guide to the dissection of the Dog
• Sótonyi Péter: Anatomia Canis CD-ROM
• Budras: Anatomy of the Dog, An Illustrated Text
• Budras: Anatomy of the Horse

 

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Anatomy 3
Semester 3, 15 lectures + 15 practicals, 2 credits
 
Anatomy is a description of the macroscopic appearance of organs. It combines the presentation of physique and body regions with the display of its components. The surface description applies to the whole animal, while the internal structures become accessible by dissection. Veterinary anatomy is primarily based on the study of the four most important domestic mammal species (horse, ruminant, carnivore, and pig). In constructing the anatomy curriculum, we have taken into account the ever-expanding need for comprehensive knowledge during the university curriculum. Following the traditions of Hungarian anatomy education, we prefer the „functional” approach. In the second semester, more comprehensive viscerology and vascular anatomy, which also requires comparative histological and functional knowledge, will take place. The subject includes classroom lectures, plenary demonstrations and practicals.
 
Mandatory resources:

• König-Liebich: Veterinary Anatomy of Domestic Mammals: Textbook and Colour Atlas

Recommended resources:

• Nickel, Schummer, Seiferle: Anatomy of the Domestic Animals
• Dyce, Sack, Wensing: Textbook of veterinary anatomy
• Constantinescu: Illustrated Veterinary Anatomical Nomenclature
• Evans-deLahunta: Miller’s Anatomy of the Dog
• Evans-deLahunta: Guide to the dissection of the Dog
• Sótonyi Péter: Anatomia Canis CD-ROM
• Budras: Anatomy of the Dog, An Illustrated Text
• Budras: Anatomy of the Horse

 
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Introduction to Biology
 
Semester 1, 15 lectures + 15 practicals, 2 credits
 
The aim of the course is to familiarise students with the structure of eukaryotic cells, to develop a molecular and cell biology approach and to provide them with the most relevant molecular and cell biology knowledge. The first half of the semester will focus on cellular and molecular features of cell structure and function. Main topics: functional morphology of eukaryotic (mainly mammalian) cell organelles; mechanisms of storage, duplication and expression of genetic information. In the second half of the semester, the development of mammalian and avian embryos (general developmental biology), from gamete formation to the formation of extraembryonic membranes and the most common types of placenta in domestic animals is discussed.
 
Mandatory resources:

• Rácz, B.: Introduction to Biology, lecture slides handouts (for internal use)
• Lodish, H.: Molecular Cell Biology, 9th edition, W. H. Freeman & Co., 2021 (ISBN: 978-1319208523)

Recommended resources:

• Latshaw, W.: Veterinary Developmental Anatomy, B.C. Decker Inc, Ontario, 1987 (ISBN:0-941158-98-5)

 

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Biophysics
 
Semester 1, 30 lectures, 2 credits
 
In the Biophysics course lectures are given on a selection of topics of physics having important biological connections. Completing the course students will be more informed in the physical background of certain biological and physiological processes, as well. They knowledge of physical basis of the operation of medical instruments used in diagnostics and practical medical treatments will also be deepen.
 
Mandatory resources:

• Szőkefalvi-Nagy, Z.: Biophysics, lecture slides handouts (for internal use)
• Damjanovich, J. Fidy, J. Szöllősi: Medical Biophysics, Medicina, Budapest, 2009, ISBN: 9789632262499

Recommended resources:

• M. Sternheim and J. W. Kane: General Physics, Wiley, 1991, ISBN 0-471-53401-3

 

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Chemistry 1
 
Semester 1, 30 lectures + 30 practicals, 4 credits
 
This module introduces to the students the basic principles of (general) chemistry. The course studies fundamental concepts, theories, and laws of chemistry, as well as the structure, properties, and methods of obtaining the chemical elements and major chemical compounds. Knowledge of chemical bonding, structure and physical properties, acid-base theory, kinetics, and equilibrium are fundamental for the concept-building approach of organic chemistry. The course also touches upon the major applications of chemistry in industry and agriculture.
 
Mandatory resources:

• Raymond Chang, Ken Goldsby: Chemistry, McGraw-Hill Inc., 13th edition, 2018 ISBN-10: 1260085317
• Chemistry Practicals 2., ÁTE Budapest 2021

Recommended resources:

• Brown: Chemistry: The Central Science, Pearson Education, 14th Edition, ISBN-10: 1292221224

 

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Chemistry 2
 
Semester 2, 45 lectures + 30 practicals, 5 credits
 
This organic chemistry course provides the student with the necessary background to understand the chemistry of carbon-containing compounds. The preparation, properties, and reactions of the more important classes of carbon compounds are studied in this lecture and laboratory course. Emphasis is on reaction mechanisms, stereochemistry, and functional group characteristics.
 
Mandatory resources:

• Vincze, Z.: Chemistry 2, lecture slides handouts (for internal use)
• C. Atkins, F. A. Carey: ORGANIC CHEMISTRY, International Edition (McGraw-Hill Publishing, Company, 1990, ISBN 0-07-100667-2)

Recommended resources:

• R. Kleins, Organic Chemistry (JOHN WILEY AND SONS INC) 3rd Edition ISBN-10: 1119110475

 
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Zoology as Profession
 
Semester 1, 15 lectures, 1 credit
 
During the semester, students will hear lectures from members of leading research groups presenting their career and current research topics. The aim of the course is to give students a broad overview of research in zoology and to present the opportunities they may have.
 
Mandatory resources:

• Kosztolányi, A.: Zoology as Profession, lecture slides handouts (for internal use)

Recommended resources:

• Edward O. Wilson (2013) Letters to a Young Scientist

 

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Current Issues in Zoology
 
Semester 5, 30 lectures, 2 credits
 
One of the aims of this course is to introduce various zoology related research areas to the students and to present possible dissertation topics through lectures of researchers acknowledged both nationally and internationally. Among those invited are, for example, researchers working in the field of neuroscience, parasitology, microbiology, climate change, ecology, behavioural ecology, and we always try to include currently popular topics as well. Our other goal is to teach the students how to ask relevant questions and to get them acquainted with the basics of scientific presentations
 
Mandatory resources:

• Vili, N.: Current Issues in Zoology, lecture slides handouts (for internal use)

Recommended resources:

• Edward O. Wilson (2013) Letters to a Young Scientist

 

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Research Planning
 
Semester 7, 30 lectures + 30 practicals, 3 credits
 
Introduction to the scientific attitude of mind, providing definitions of science, natural history and biology, with historical aspects. We give a grounding framework to students how to plan their own scientific research project, what kind of logical steps are necessary, how to ask questions, and how to achieve answers. With international examples we show how to achieve proper output from our own research, how to present it to the scientific community.
 
Mandatory resources:

• Korsós, Z.: Research Planning, lecture slides handouts (for internal use)
• Ernst Mayr (1998): This is Biology. – Harvard University Press, 352 pp. ISBN 9780674884694

Recommended resources:

• John Maynard Smith & Szathmáry Eörs (1995): The major transitions of evolution. – Oxford Univ. Press, ISBN 978-0-19-850294-4
• O. Wilson (1998): Consilience: The Unity of Knowledge. – Knopf, New York, ISBN 978-0679450771

 

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Informatics
Semester 1, 15 lectures + 30 practicals, 3 credits
 
The aim of the course is to introduce students to the IT systems available at the university, word processing, spreadsheet editing, and to introduce students to the R programming environment. Topics: University Microsoft Office 365 presentation, Microsoft Word text editing (mainly editing long documents), Microsoft Excel use, technical basics of lecture preparation (Microsoft PowerPoint) introduction to the R programming language, data management in R, descriptive statistics in R, data representation basics in R, Basics of Reproducible Research Reports in R.
 
Mandatory resources:

• Zsolt Abonyi-Tóth: Workbooks for Informatics Practicals, 2020

Recommended resources:

• Xie, J.J. Allaire, G. Grolemund: Rmarkdown: The definitive guide, 2021. https://bookdown.org/yihui/rmarkdown/

 

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Biomathematics 1
 
Semester 2, 15 lectures + 30 practicals, 3 credits
 
The course discusses the mathematics curriculum required for further probability and statistical studies. Fundamentals of set theory. Descartes product. Relations. Logical symbols. Basic concepts of graph theory. Vectors and matrices. Matrix operations and their properties. Linear transformations. Determinants. Singularity. Linear dependence. Solvability of systems of linear equations. Infinite series. Fundamentals of functions. Limit and continuity. Important function types. Inverse functions. Basics of differential and integral calculus, Newton-Leibnitz rule.
 
Mandatory resources:

• Lang, Z.: Biomathematics 1, lecture and practical slides handouts (for internal use)
• Abbott P, and Neill H. Calculus: A Complete Introduction. Hodder and Stoughton, 2013.

Recommended resources:

• Cherney D, Denton T, and Waldron AK. Linear Algebra. CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform, 2016.

 

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Biomathematics 2
 
Semester 3, 45 lectures + 45 practicals, 6 credits
 
The aim of the course is to introduce students to the basic concepts of probability and statistics, to the basic theory and methods of descriptive statistics and inductive statistics. The topics: Events, operations with events. Probability and conditional probability, independence. Relative frequency, the law of large numbers. The total probability theorem and the Bayes theorem. Geometric probability. The concept of a random variable. Discrete and continuous variables and their properties. Notable discrete and continuous distributions. Joint distribution of random variables. Basic descriptive statistics and graphs. Point and interval estimates for mean, variance, and population ratio. Hypothesis testing. Frequently used statistical tests for means, variances and distributions, probabilities, and count data. Analysis of variance, multiple comparisons. Experimental design and estimation of sample sizes.
 
Mandatory resources:

• Lang, Z.: Biomathematics 2, lecture and practical slides handouts (for internal use)
• Petrie A, Watson P: Statistics for Veterinary and Animal Science. 3rd edition. Wiley-Blackwell, 2013

Recommended resources:

• Alan Agresti, Christine A. Franklin, Bernhard Klingenberg: The art and science of learning from data. 5th edition. Upper Saddle River, NJ: Pearson, 2021.

 

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Zoology
 
Semester 1, 30 lectures, 2 credits
 
This subject gives basic zootaxonomy knowledge. The aim is to provide comprehensive information on the Animal Kingdom, focusing on those categories and comparative features, which may be important in the field of zoology. After an introduction, general zootaxonomy is discussed, focusing on the phyla of protozoa, sponges, cnidarians, flatworms, roundworms, annelids, molluscs, arthropods, echinoderms and the subphylum of vertebrates (fish, amphibians, reptiles, birds, mammals). This is followed by an insight into evolution biology, ecology, population biology and ethology.
 
Mandatory resources:

• Hornok, S.: Zoology, lecture slides handouts (for internal use)

Recommended resources:

• Richard C. Brusca, Wendy Moore, Stephen M. Shuste (2017) Invertebrates 3rd Edition

 

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Comparative Anatomy 1
 
Semester 1, 30 lectures + 30 practicals, 4 credits
 
During the curse, we overview the different organ system of the animals from an evolutionary point of view. During the first semester we take a look on the basic cell structure and compare the integuments, movement systems, gastrointestinal systems and pulmonary systems of the animals, from unicellular organisms to mammals. On the practicals we learn about the detailed anatomy of invertebrate type-animals. We investigate animals from groups of unicellular organisms, Parazoa, Cnidaria, Platyhelminthes, Annelida, Mollusca, Nemertea and Arthropoda.
 
Mandatory resources:

• Berekméri, E.: Comparative Anatomy 1, lecture slides handouts (for internal use)

Recommended resources:

• Treuting: Comparative Anatomy and Histology, 2017 Elsevier Books, ISBN: 0128029005

 

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Comparative Anatomy 2
 
Semester 2, 30 lectures + 30 practicals, 4 credits
 
During the curse, we overview the different organ system of the animals from an evolutionary point of view. During the second semester we compare the cardio-vascular systems, urogenital systems and the neuro-endocrine systems of the animals, from unicellular organisms to mammals. On the practicals we learn about type-animals’ anatomy with emphasis on the class of Vertebrates.
 
Mandatory resources:

• Berekméri, E.: Comparative Anatomy 2, lecture slides handouts (for internal use)

Recommended resources:

• Treuting: Comparative Anatomy and Histology, 2017 Elsevier Books, ISBN: 0128029005

 

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Histology 1
Semester 1, 30 lectures + 30 practicals, 4 credits
 
The basic functional aspects of the microscopic and ultrastructure of the following animal basic tissues are described: epithelial tissue (surface- and glandular), connective tissue, supporting tissue, muscular tissue, neural tissue, blood and hematopoiesis. These histological studies provide the basis for understanding of the histology of organ systems taught in Histology 2.
 
Mandatory resources:

• DELLMANN’S Textbook of Veterinary Histology, with CD, 6th Edition ISBN: 978-0-781-74148-4

Recommended resources:

• William Ovalle Patrick Nahirney (2020): Netter’s Essential Histology, 3rd Edition, ISBN: 9780323694643

 

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Histology 2
Semester 2, 30 lectures + 45 practicals, 5 credits
 
The aim of the course is to learn the microscopic anatomical structure of organs, and to provide a detailed histological description of organs. Detailed histology of the viscera: circulatory system, lymphatic system, digestive system, respiratory system, urinary system, male and female reproductive organs, endocrine system, skin and its appendages, nervous system and sensory organs. These histological studies provide the basis for understanding physiological processes and pathological lesions.
 
Mandatory resources:

• DELLMANN’S Textbook of Veterinary Histology, with CD, 6th Edition ISBN: 978-0-781-74148-4

Recommended resources:

• William Ovalle Patrick Nahirney (2020): Netter’s Essential Histology, 3rd Edition, ISBN: 9780323694643

 

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Molecular Biology of the Cell
 
Semester 2, 30 lectures, 2 credits
 
The aim of the course is to demonstrate the molecular mechanisms required for the function of eukaryotic cells in addition to molecular cell biological methods (analysis techniques of proteins and organelles, basic microscopic techniques). Furthermore, regulatory mechanisms of distinct eukaryotic cell fates (cell cycle, differentiation, cell death) and cell communication pathways will be studied. Finally, the mechanisms involved in protein homeostasis such as the vesicular transport, secretion and protein degradation systems of the cell and the molecular pathological mechanisms underlying the impairment of these processes will be also discussed.
 
Mandatory resources:

• Berekméri, E.: Molecular Biology of the Cell, lecture slides handouts (for internal use)
• Lodish, H.: Molecular Cell Biology, 9th Edition, W. H. Freeman & Co, 2021 (ISBN: 9781319208523)

Recommended resources:

• Alberts, B.: Molecular Biology of the Cell, 6th Edition, Garland Science, 2014. (ISBN: 9780815344643)

 

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English for Zoology students 1
Semester 1, 30 practicals, 1 credit
 
This course is tailored to the needs of zoology students in the English programme who need support with the language of biology, and science in general, in English. Students completing the course will be equipped with a wide range of vocabulary in the field of biology, more specifically zoology, and will find it easier to conduct their studies in the English programme. Apart from enriching their vocabulary, students will practise listening and reading comprehension as well as speaking and writing skills, with special emphasis on interactions in the field of science. In this semester, the following topics will be discussed:
Life sciences
Levels of organisation
Cells and tissues, describing shapes and properties
Organ systems of the body, the functions of organs
Invertebrate animals
 
Mandatory resources:

• English for Zoology Students 1 (for internal use)

Recommended resources:

• Keith Kelly; Science (Macmillan, 2008)

 

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English for Zoology students 2
Semester 2, 30 practicals, 1 credit
 
This course is tailored to the needs of zoology students in the English programme who need support with the language of biology, and science in general, in English. Students completing the course will be equipped with a wide range of vocabulary in the field of biology, more specifically zoology, and will find it easier to conduct their studies in the English programme. Apart from enriching their vocabulary, students will practise listening and reading comprehension as well as speaking and writing skills, with special emphasis on interactions in the field of science. In this semester, the following topics will be discussed:
Endangered species
Fish
Amphibians
Reptiles
Birds
Mammals
 
Mandatory resources:

• English for Zoology Students 2 (for internal use)

Recommended resources:

• Keith Kelly; Science (Macmillan, 2008)

 

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English for Zoology students 3
Semester 3, 30 practicals, 1 credit
 
This course is tailored to the needs of zoology students in the English programme who need support with the language of biology, and science in general, in English. Students completing the course will be equipped with a wide range of vocabulary in the field of biology, more specifically zoology, and will find it easier to conduct their studies in the English programme. Apart from enriching their vocabulary, students will practise listening and reading comprehension as well as speaking and writing skills, with special emphasis on interactions in the field of science. In this semester, the following topics will be discussed:
Lichens and plants
Conservation
Functional language: arguing and discussing
Writing an academic essay
Ethology and how animals inspired human inventions
 
Mandatory resources:

• English for Zoology Students 3 (for internal use)

Recommended resources:

• Tamzen Armer; Cambridge English for Scientists (Cambridge University Press, 2011)

 

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English for Zoology students 4
Semester 4, 30 practicals, 1 credit
 
This course is tailored to the needs of zoology students in the English programme who need support with the language of biology, and science in general, in English. Students completing the course will be equipped with a wide range of vocabulary in the field of biology, more specifically zoology, and will find it easier to conduct their studies in the English programme. Apart from enriching their vocabulary, students will practise listening and reading comprehension as well as speaking and writing skills, with special emphasis on interactions in the field of science. In this semester, the following topics will be discussed:
Written summary of a journal article
Ecology
Classifying and taxonomy
Describing animals and relative clauses
Animal intelligence
Animal welfare
 
Mandatory resources:

• English for Zoology Students 4 (for internal use)

Recommended resources:

• Tamzen Armer; Cambridge English for Scientists (Cambridge University Press, 2011)
• Amy Cooper, Samuela Eckstut-Didier; Grammar Explorer 3, (Cengage Learning, National Geographic, 2017)

 

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English for Zoology students 5
Semester 5, 30 practicals, 1 credit
 
This course is tailored to the needs of zoology students in the English programme who need support with the language of biology, and science in general, in English. Students completing the course will be equipped with a wide range of vocabulary in the field of biology, more specifically zoology, and will find it easier to conduct their studies in the English programme. Apart from enriching their vocabulary, students will practise listening and reading comprehension as well as speaking and writing skills, with special emphasis on interactions in the field of science. In this semester, the following topics will be discussed:
Writing formal letters and e-mails
Bacteria and antimicrobial resistance (AMR)
Genetics
Ecology
The origin of life and evolution
 
Mandatory resources:

• English for Zoology Students 5 (for internal use)

Recommended resources:

• Eldra Solomon, Charles Martin, Diana W. Martin, Linda R. Berg; BIOLOGY 11th edition (Cengage Learning, 2018)

 

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English for Zoology students 6
Semester 6, 30 practicals, 1 credit
 
This course is tailored to the needs of zoology students in the English programme who need support with the language of biology, and science in general, in English. Students completing the course will be equipped with a wide range of vocabulary in the field of biology, more specifically zoology, and will find it easier to conduct their studies in the English programme. Apart from enriching their vocabulary, students will practise listening and reading comprehension as well as speaking and writing skills, with special emphasis on interactions in the field of science. In this semester, the following topics will be discussed:
Career opportunities for zoologists
Laboratory vs field work
Writing an abstract
Extinction
Parasitism
Virology
Bioengineering and bioethics
 
Mandatory resources:

• English for Zoology Students 6 (for internal use)

Recommended resources:

• Eldra Solomon, Charles Martin, Diana W. Martin, Linda R. Berg; BIOLOGY 11th edition (Cengage Learning, 2018)

 

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Latin 1
Semester 1, 30 practicals, 1 credit
 
The aim of the subject is to enable students to understand and use zoological terminology based on Latin and Greek by teaching them the basics of the Latin language. These basics are worked out on the basis of the anatomical vocabulary (for various animal species) and then transferred to other subject areas of zoology or related sciences. Priority is given to the different declensions (nouns and adjectives), simple and complex attributive constructions and genitive constructions or numeralia. Greek terminology and its declension with Latin endings, which is also common in zoology, is also dealt with.
 
Mandatory resources:

• Répás László: Basics of Medical Terminology, Latin and Greek Origins, szerz. kiad., 2020. (ISBN 978-615-80804-3-9)

Recommended resources:

• Belák Erzsébet, Medical Latin, Semmelweis Kiadó, Budapest, 2010. (ISBN 978 963 9879 99 7)

 

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Latin 2
Semester 2, 30 practicals, 1 credit
 
After a thorough repetition of the material taught in Latin 1, special cases and exceptions in the declensions or simple and complex nominative and genitive constructions are dealt with in more detail. In order to enable a deeper understanding of the composition of technical words, word formation in Latin and Greek is also treated with the inclusion of verbs, prepositions, prefixes and suffixes or other word components. Special attention is paid to compounds. This knowledge is then transferred to zoology and its various fields or related sciences, including for example the following sub-disciplines: comparative anatomy, taxonomy, plant societies, forensics.
 
Mandatory resources:

• Répás László: Basics of Medical Terminology, Latin and Greek Origins, szerz. kiad., 2020. (ISBN 978-615-80804-3-9)

Recommended resources:

• Belák Erzsébet, Medical Latin, Semmelweis Kiadó, Budapest, 2010. (ISBN 978 963 9879 99 7)

 
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Introduction to Field Studies
 
Semester 2, 30 practicals, 2 credits
 
Students spend time in semi-natural environments for identifying scientific problems and planning mini studies to answer questions. They practice taking notes on observations. The aim of this practical is to sharpen the students’ focus on observing nature, then ask relevant scientific questions. Students then share their experiences with their peers.
 
Mandatory resources:

• Baker, N. (2015) The Complete Naturalist. Bloomsbury Publishing; ISBN 9781472922069

Recommended resources:

• Wheater, C.P., Bell, J.R. & Cook, P.A. (2011) Practical Field Ecology: A Project Guide. Wiley; ISBN 9780470976708
• Matthews, J.R. (2019) Insect Behavior: A Sourcebook Of Laboratory And Field Exercises. CRC Press; ISBN 9780429725036

 

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Field Course
 
Semester 6, 90 practicals, 7 credits
 
The course is linked to the Systematic Zoology and Basic Knowledge of Ecology courses. During the Systematic Zoology part the students collect and/or prepare and illustrate various, mostly arthropod groups in selected habitats. During the ecological part, ecological methods will be used in the field to show the process of vegetation quadrate sampling, population abundance estimation using mark-recapture methods and comparison of faunal composition using multivariate methods.
 
Mandatory resources:

• Field guides provided by the Department

Recommended resources:

• Heiko Bellmann 2010 The Kosmos Butterfly Guide ISBN: 9783440146187
• Heiko Bellmann, Florin Rutschmann, Christian Roesti The Kosmos Guide to Insects ISBN: 9783440155288
• Williams, B.K., Nichols, J.D. & Conroy, M.C. (2002): Analysis and Management of Animal Populations. – Academic Press, ISBN: 9780127544069
• Sutherland, W.J. (2006): Ecological Census Techniques. Cambridge Univ. Press, ISBN 9780511790508

 

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Physiology 1
 
Semester 3, 45 lectures + 15 practicals, 4 credits
 
As one of the biological sciences Physiology is the study of the normal functions of the body. It describes and interprets spatial and temporal processes occurring in cells and tissues of the animal body. To describe these processes Physiology applies the quantitative and qualitative experimental methods used in Physics, Chemistry, Biophysics, and Biochemistry. The course emphasizes those aspects of Physiology essential for the further study of zoological science and research. As Physiology is a general subject we teach those topics that are of relevance to zoology in detail to allow students to get an inside view of the fields under research. During the Physiology practical courses our aim is to prepare students for the manual work. Apart from gaining manual experience we hope that students will perceive the connection between theory and practice and sense the beauty of physiological research. In the first semester, the following topics will be discussed: inner environment, blood, immunophysiology, muscle physiology, cardiovascular system, kidney physiology and respiration.
 
Mandatory resources:

• Bartha, T.: Physiology 1, lecture slides handouts (for internal use)
• Sjaastad O. V., Hove K., Sand O. (2010): Physiology of Domestic Animals. Oslo: Scandinavian Veterinary Press
• Győrffy A., Rónai Zs.: Physiology practical course.

Recommended resources:

• Cunningham J. G. (2007): Textbook of Veterinary Physiology. Philadelphia: W. B. Saunders
• Swenson M. J. (2004): Dukes’ Physiology of Domestic Animals. Ithaca, London: Cornell University Press

 

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Physiology 2
 
Semester 4, 60 lectures + 15 practicals, 5 credits
 
Based on Physiology 1, the following topics will be discussed in the frame of the second semester: physiology of digestion, endocrinology, reproduction, neurophysiology, bones and minerals.
 
Mandatory resources:

• Bartha, T.: Physiology 1, lecture slides handouts (for internal use)
• Sjaastad O. V., Hove K., Sand O. (2010): Physiology of Domestic Animals. Oslo: Scandinavian Veterinary Press
• Győrffy A., Rónai Zs.: Physiology practical course.

Recommended resources:

• Cunningham J. G. (2007): Textbook of Veterinary Physiology. Philadelphia: W. B. Saunders
• Swenson M. J. (2004): Dukes’ Physiology of Domestic Animals. Ithaca, London: Cornell University Press

 

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Behavioral Biology
 
Semester 3, 45 lectures + 30 practicals, 6 credits
 
Behavioural Biology studies the behaviour of living organisms from an evolutionary perspective. This introductory course uses Tinbergen’s approach by investigating the mechanism, ontogeny, function and evolution of behaviour. The course will point to the knowledge required in chemistry, anatomy, physiology and mathematics and statistics to study behaviour, thus emphasizing the importance of these subjects. The course also stress the tight link of theory and practice. Along the seminars, students will practice the Tinbergenian approach through personal and group tasks from any fields of behavioural biology.
 
Mandatory resources:

• Kis, J.: Behavioural Biology, lecture slides handouts (for internal use)
• Rubenstein, D.R., Alcock, J. (2019) Animal Behavior. Oxford University Press; ISBN 1605355488

Recommended resources:

• Nordell, S.E., Valone, T.J. (2020) Animal Behavior: Concepts, Methods, and Applications. Oxford University Press; ISBN 019092425X
• Bateson, M., Martin, P. (2021) Measuring Behaviour: An Introductory Guide. Cambridge University Press; ISBN 110847831X

 
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Basic Knowledge of Ecology
 
Semester 5, 30 lectures + 30 practicals, 4 credits
 
Basic concepts of ecology are presented: definition of population and environment, organisation levels, population and community characters, interrelationships and regulations. Populations are investigated in space and time, their relationship to the environment, life history parameters and strategies are presented. Introduction to community ecology, calculation of diversity indices, and steps of succession are also explained.
 
Mandatory resources:

• Korsós, Z.: Basic Knowledge of Ecology, lecture slides handouts (for internal use)
• Begon, Harper, Townsend (2006): Ecology. – Wiley-Blackwell, 750 pp. ISBN 978-1405111171

Recommended resources:

• R: Pianka (1999): Evolutionary ecology. – Benjamin Cummings, San Francisco, 512 pp. ISBN 978-0321042880
• Krebs, C. J. (2009): Ecology: The Experimental Analysis of Distribution and Abundance. – Benjamin Cummings, San Francisco, 655 pp. ISBN 978-0321507433

 

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Biogeography
 
Semester 2, 30 lectures, 2 credits
 
During the course, the spatial and temporal distribution of the living organisms will be illustrated and discovered via understanding their dynamics. Acquiring relevant information regarding classical biogeography, biomes, historical biogeography and different biogeographical regions.
 
Mandatory resources:

• Szűts, T.: Biogeography, lecture slides handouts (for internal use)

Recommended resources:

• Lomolino: Biogeography 5th Edition 2021

 

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Biochemistry 1
 
Semester 3, 45 lectures + 15 practicals, 4 credits
 
Biochemistry deals with the chemical reactions of the living organism in order to understand all biological processes of the animal body on molecular level. It describes the structures and characteristics of the complex molecules of the living organism and all cellular molecular pathways, with particular emphasis on the regulatory mechanisms. In the first semester of the course, the constancy of the internal environment (homeostasis), the structure and function of the biological membranes, membrane transport processes, and the general properties of proteins and enzymes, will be discussed. Further, molecular biology covering the structure and function of DNA and RNA, replication, transcription and translation, the basics of biotechnology, and the steps of nucleotide metabolism will be also studied. Finally, the major pathways of the carbohydrate metabolism and biological oxidation are discussed, such as the glycogen metabolism, glycolysis, gluconeogenesis, pentose phosphate pathway, citric acid cycle and the respiratory chain.
 
Mandatory resources:

• Mátis, G.: Biochemistry 1, lecture slides handouts (for internal use)
• Nelson, D. L., Cox, M. M.: Lehninger Principles of Biochemistry, 8th edition, Freeman & Co., 2021 (ISBN: 9781319108243)
• Neogrády Z, Mátis G, Kulcsár A: Biochemistry laboratory practicals, 2016

Recommended resources:

• Miesfeld, R. L., McEvoy, M. M.: Biochemistry, 2nd edition, W. W. Norton & Co., 2021 (ISBN: 978-0-393-53349-1)

 

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Biochemistry 2
 
Semester 4, 30 lectures + 15 practicals, 3 credits
 
The course – based on the previous Biochemistry 1 subject – delivers essential knowledge regarding the intermediary metabolism of the animals. At first, nitrogen metabolism is getting discussed (reactions of amino acids, detoxification of ammonia, synthesis and degradation of porphyrine type molecules, nucleotide synthesis and degradation); further, the major pathways of the lipid metabolism are presented (lipolysis, lipogenesis, β-oxidation, fatty acid synthesis, ketone body metabolism, phospholipids and steroids). Special emphasis will be given on the complex interplay and the regulatory pathways of the most important metabolic routes within the animal organism.
 
Mandatory resources:

• Mátis, G.: Biochemistry 2, lecture slides handouts (for internal use)
• Nelson, D. L., Cox, M. M.: Lehninger Principles of Biochemistry, 8th edition, Freeman & Co., 2021 (ISBN: 9781319108243)
• Neogrády Z, Mátis G, Kulcsár A: Biochemistry laboratory practicals, 2016

Recommended resources:

• Miesfeld, R. L., McEvoy, M. M.: Biochemistry, 2nd edition, W. W. Norton & Co., 2021 (ISBN: 978-0-393-53349-1)
• Lodish, H.: Molecular Cell Biology, 9th edition, W. H. Freeman & Co., 2021 (ISBN: 978-1319208523)

 

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Genetics
 
Semester 4, 30 lectures, 2 credits
 
The main purpose of this introductory course in Genetics is to describe the basics of the genetic program that determines the function of various organisms and viruses. To this end, the course presents and interprets basic processes of inheritance and variability, characteristics of the bacterial and eukaryotic genomes, mendelian laws of genetics, basics of molecular genetics, and mechanisms and consequences of mutation, keeping evolutionary considerations in mind throughout.
 
Mandatory resources:

• Szabó, K.: Genetics, lecture slides handouts (for internal use)
• Griffiths, Wessler, Carroll, Doebley (2015): An Introduction to Genetic Analysis 11.eds. Macmillan, New York

Recommended resources:

• Hartl, D.L. (2020) Essential genetics and genomics. Jones & Bartlett, Burlington

 

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Botany 1
 
Semester 3, 30 lectures + 31 practicals, 4 credits
 
The main goal of the course is to provide the fundamentals of botanical disciplines for zoologist students. The course starts with an introduction to plant anatomy covering the essence of cytology and histology and emphasizing plant morphology to help understand plant taxonomy. In the second part of the semester the course introduces the most important fungal and lichen species, followed by algae, bryophytes, ferns, gymnosperms, the most frequent monocots and, finally, some dicot families.
 
Mandatory resources:

• Cserhalmi, D.: Botany 1, lecture slides handouts (for internal use)
• James D. Mauseth: Botany – an introduction to plant biology, Jones & Bartlett Learning; 4th edition, 2008

Recommended resources:

• Julius Sachs: A text-book of botany, Cambridge University Press, 2012
• Michael G. Simpson: Plant systematics, Academic Press, Inc., 2010
• Peter H. Raven: Biology of plants, W.H. Freeman, 2013

 
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Botany 2
 
Semester 4, 30 lectures + 31 practicals, 4 credits
 
The first part of the course continues plant taxonomy and discusses the rest of dicot taxa. The second part of the semester gives an introduction to the geographical distribution of plant species and biomes. The course mainly focuses on the description of terrestrial plant species, but also provides information about plant communities and their ecological relations. The main aspects of plant physiology are also discussed during the seminars. The course ends with a visit in a botanical garden (Füvészkert).
 
Mandatory resources:

• Cserhalmi, D.: Botany 2, lecture slides handouts (for internal use)
• James D. Mauseth: Botany – an introduction to plant biology, Jones & Bartlett Learning; 4th edition, 2008

Recommended resources:

• Julius Sachs: A text-book of botany, Cambridge University Press, 2012
• Michael G. Simpson: Plant systematics, Academic Press, Inc., 2010
• Peter H. Raven: Biology of plants, W.H. Freeman, 2013

 
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Animal welfare
 
Semester 4, 30 lectures + 15 practicals, 2 credits
 
The animal welfare as an interdisciplinary part of science is becoming more and more important, so its knowledge is also essential for students studying zoology. During the lectures, they learn the legal background of animal welfare, the animal protection requirements expected of the animal keepers and the places/institutions. During the practicals they can get an insight into the everyday life of different institutions and animal protection organizations.
 
Mandatory resources:

• Fodor, K.: Animal welfare, lecture slides handouts (for internal use)

Recommended resources:

• Marc Bekoff: Encyclopedia of Animal Rights and Animal Welfare 2nd Edition

 

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Laboratory Animal Science and Bioethics
 
Semester 5, 15 lectures + 8 practicals, 2 credits
 
The course gives theoretical and practical knowledge about the choice of experimental models, the biology, genetics, feeding and husbandry of laboratory animals, their welfare requirements, their behaviour and practical handling, alternatives and ethical aspects. Gives knowledge about the EU legislation.
 
Mandatory resources:

• Fodor, K.: Laboratory Animal Science and Bioethics, lecture slides handouts (for internal use)

Recommended resources:

• Principles of Laboratory Animal Science (eds. L. F. van Zutphen V. Baumans A. C. Beynen, Elsevier, 2001) ISBN 9780444506122

 

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Biomathematics 3
 
Semester 4, 30 lectures + 45 practicals, 5 credits
 
The aim of the course is to introduce students to the theory and methods of correlation, regression analysis (simple and multiple linear regressions, covariance analysis, nonlinear regressions, testing, estimation, diagnostics), and general linear mixed models. After the theoretical presentation of the methods, the students learn the modelling technique and the evaluation of the results with examples.
 
Mandatory resources:

• Harnos, A.: Biomathematics 3, lecture and practical slides handouts (for internal use)
• Faraway, Julian J. Linear models with R. Chapman and Hall/CRC, 2004.

Recommended resources:

• Zuur, A. F., Ieno, E. N., Walker, N., Saveliev, A. A. and Smith, G. M. 2009. Mixed Effects Models and Extensions in Ecology with R. Springer.
• Faraway J. J. Extending the Linear Model with R: Generalized Linear, Mixed Effects and Nonparametric Regression Models, Chapman & Hall/CRC, Boca Raton, Florida, 2004 and 2006.

 

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Computational Statistics
 
Semester 8, 30 lectures + 45 practicals, 4 credits
 
In the course, students will gain a comprehensive knowledge of reproducible data analysis starting from the creation of the data table to the publication of the results by learning about the theory and practice of the methods used. The analysis of a data table containing repeated measurements is performed according to the requirements of reproducible research, from the creating and cleaning of the data table to the publication of the results in a publishable form. Students learn how to explore the distribution and relationship of the variables with advanced exploratory analyses and machine learning techniques. They learn how to deal with the problem of missing data and the methods of discovering their structure. They learn also how to formulae scientific and then statistical questions, perform analyses, check, interpret the results, and then bring them into a form suitable for publication.
 
Mandatory resources:

• Fehérvári, P.: Computational Statistics, lecture and practical slides handouts (for internal use)
• Wickham, H., & Grolemund, G. (2016). R for data science: import, tidy, transform, visualize, and model data. O’Reilly Media, Inc.

Recommended resources:

• Wickham et al., (2019). Welcome to the Tidyverse. Journal of Open Source Software, 4(43), 1686,
• Little R, Rubin D (2014). Statistical Analysis with Missing Data. John Wiley & Sons.
• Xie, Yihui. Dynamic Documents with R and knitr. Chapman and Hall/CRC, 2016.
• Lantz B, Machine Learning with R, 2ed, Packt, 2015.

 

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Systematic Zoology 1
 
Semester 4, 30 lectures + 45 practicals, 5 credits
 
Discovering the scientific background of systematics and its most important historical milestones. Acquire knowledge regarding the characteristics and evolutionary trends of all living animal phyla, in a tree of life approach. Introducing the practical side of systematics as science to the students and acquiring the adequate knowledge to be able to identify the relevant groups, especially those which play a significant role in the Hungarian fauna. The course starts with the theoretical background of basic systematic Zoology concepts, methods and biological nomenclature.
 
Mandatory resources:

• Szűts, T.: Systematic Zoology 1, lecture slides handouts (for internal use)
• Richard C. Brusca, Wendy Moore, Stephen M. Shuste (2017) Invertebrates 3rd Edition

Recommended resources:

• Gonzalo Giribet and Gregory D. Edgecombe (2020). The Invertebrate Tree of Life

 

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Systematic Zoology 2
 
Semester 5, 30 lectures + 45 practicals, 6 credits
 
Discovering the scientific background of systematics and its most important historical milestones. Acquire knowledge regarding the characteristics and evolutionary trends of all living animal phyla, in a tree of life approach. Introducing the practical side of systematics as science to the students and acquiring the adequate knowledge to be able to identify the relavant groups, espicially thos which play a significant role in the Hungarian fauna. The course starts with the thoretical background of basic systematic Zoology concepts, methods and biological nomenclature.
 
Mandatory resources:

• Szűts, T.: Systematic Zoology 2, lecture slides handouts (for internal use)
• Richard C. Brusca, Wendy Moore, Stephen M. Shuste (2017) Invertebrates 3rd Edition

Recommended resources:

• Gonzalo Giribet and Gregory D. Edgecombe (2020). The Invertebrate Tree of Life

 

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Genetics of Domestic Animals
 
Semester 5, 30 lectures + 30 practicals, 4 credits
 
This subject puts special emphasis on Mendelian, clinical (hereditary diseases), population and molecular genetics, furthermore biotechnology and preservation of genetic resources. The methods of breeding value evaluation, selection, herd improvement, breeding systems, and animal production with traceability are also synthesized, using the classical and up to date scientific knowledge of Mendelian, population and molecular genetics.
 
Mandatory resources:

• Gáspárdy, A.: Genetics of Domestic Animals, lecture slides handouts (for internal use)
• Zöldág, L., Gáspárdy, A., Maróti-Agóts, Á., Buleca, J., Seregi, J., Matiuti, M. (2008): Veterinary genetics and animal breeding (ed. Zöldág László). A/3 Printing Ltd., Budapest, ISBN 978-963-88110-0-4.

Recommended resources:

• Introduction to veterinary genetics 3rd ed. Nicholas, Wiley-B. 2009;
• Molecular and Quantitative Animal Genetics Hasan Khatib, Wiley-B. 2015

 

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Animal Husbandry
 
Semester 6, 45 lectures + 30 practicals, 5 credits
 
Husbandry guidelines for farm livestock, major poultry species and pet (dog and cat) animals. An introduction to the characterization and utilization of main domestic animal species. To develop a basic understanding of specific purpose of animals under given cultural, economic and geographical condition.
 
Mandatory resources:

• Gáspárdy, A.: Animal Husbandry, lecture slides handouts (for internal use)
• Zöldág, L., Gáspárdy, A., Maróti-Agóts, Á., Buleca, J., Seregi, J., Matiuti, M. (2008): Veterinary genetics and animal breeding (ed. Zöldág László). A/3 Printing Ltd., Budapest, ISBN 978-963-88110-0-4.

Recommended resources:

• Understanding Animal Breeding. Richard M. Bourdon. Second Edition, 2014. Pearson ISBN 10: 1-292-04003-3

 

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Exotic Pet Husbandry
 
Semester 10, 30 lectures + 15 practicals, 2 credits
 
Within the framework of the course, students can acquire knowledge of keeping and breeding different groups of exotic animals. In addition to presenting reptile species, their biology, housing and reproduction methods are also described. During the presentation of exotic bird species, the subject also covers their housing needs and reproduction. The knowledge of keeping and feeding the most important exotic mammals, especially rodents, hedgehogs and rabbits, will also be covered during the course.
 
Mandatory resources:

• Gál, J.: Exotic Pet Husbandry, lecture slides handouts (for internal use)

Recommended resources:

• Banks, Ron E., et al. Exotic small mammal care and husbandry. John Wiley & Sons, 2010.

 

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Agricultural Economics
 
Semester 5, 30 lectures, 2 credits
 
The subject deals with the definition, aims and basic tasks of economics and agroeconomics, including the economic way of thinking, resources, production possibilities and opportunity costs. The students gain knowledge of the agricultural market demand and supply, market equilibrium, shortage, surplus, the functions of agricultural prices and price elasticity of demand and supply. We present the basic agricultural resources (land, labour, capital), the production functions and costs, and the profit calculations. Feed, livestock, poultry and fish economics will also be described briefly including the Common Agricultural Policy of the European Union.
 
Mandatory resources:

• Ózsvári, L.: Agricultural Economics, lecture slides handouts (for internal use)
• Penson, J., Capps, O., Rosson, C., Woodward, R.: Introduction to Agricultural Economics, Global Edition, 6th Edition, Pearson, 2015, 432 p.

Recommended resources:

• Tucker, I.B.: Economics for Today, 10th Edition. Cengage, Boston, MA, USA, 2019, 881 p.

 

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Environmental and Animal Protection Law
 
Semester 10, 30 lectures, 2 credits
 
The subject deals with the legal background of the environmental and animal protection including their definitions, aims and basic tasks, with special regard to wildlife. The students can gain knowledge of the international environmental and wildlife protection agreements, the environmental and wildlife conversation organizations and the (special) protection of environmental values and natural areas.
 
Mandatory resources:

• Ózsvári, L.: Environmental and Animal Protection Law, lecture slides handouts (for internal use)
• Vetter, Sz.; Ózsvári, L.; Boros A. (2020): Protection of animal specimens in the constitutions of the European countries. Pro Publico Bono, 8. (1) 170–189. DOI: 10.32575/ppb.2020.1.9.

Recommended resources:

• Current relevant legislation

 

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Clinicopathological Diagnostics
 
Semester 5, 30 lectures, 3 credits
 
To provide recap, overview and some advanced details about the most important Clinicopathological evaluations of companion animals: methodology and interpretation of blood, urine, faeces, free body cavity fluids and cerebrospinal fluid. To improve lab-result interpretation skills with the help of case studies.
 
Mandatory resources:

• Vajdovich, P.: Clinicopathological Diagnostics, lecture slides handouts (for internal use)
• Mary Anna Thrall, Glade Weiser, Robin Allison, Terry W. Campbell: Veterinary Hematology and Clinical Chemistry, John Wiley & Sons, 2012.

Recommended resources:

• Elizabeth Villiers (Editor), Laura Blackwood (Editor).BSAVA Manual of Canine and Feline Clinical Pathology, 2nd Edition. ISBN: 978-0-905214-79-5. 464 pages, April 2005

 

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Pathology
 
Semester 7, 30 lectures + 15 practicals, 2 credits
 
Pathology gives basic knowledge about the pathological changes in the body due to disease. During this course, the process of death, circulatory disturbances, metabolic disturbances, process of regeneration, inflammations will be discussed in details, and it gives insight to basics of oncogenesis. During the small group practicals students learn how to dissect different species and how to recognize lesions. They will be capable of differentiate between normal and pathological in different organs and finally to diagnose the cause of death in the case.
 
Mandatory resources:

• Mándoki, M.: Pathology, lecture slides handouts (for internal use)
• James F. Zachary: Pathologic basis of veterinary disease (6th edition, 2017)
• Ferenc Vetési, Dr. János M. Mészáros: Autopsy of the domestic animals (Mammals and birds), (Lecture notes – translated by dr. Imre Sári, 1994)

Recommended resources:

• Andor Kardeván: General Veterinary Pathology I-III., Lecture notes, Budapest 1994 (Translated and adapted into English by dr. Imre Sári)

 

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Toxicology and Ecotoxicology
 
Semester 9, 30 lectures, 2 credits
 
Within the framework of the course, students will gain extensive knowledge about the sources and relevance of toxicoses derived mainly from human activities that affect the ecosystem significantly. Toxicokinetics and toxicodynamics of poisons are discussed in detail. The course focuses on environmental toxicity, specific toxicity (teratogenicity, mutagenicity, carcinogenicity) and effects in the food chain. Students will also be introduced to the principles of diagnosis and treatment of poisoned animals.
 
Mandatory resources:

• Timbrel, J.A.: Principles of biochemical toxicology. Taylor and Francis, London, 1994.

Recommended resources:

• Gupta, R.C.: Veterinary toxicology, basic and clinical principles. Elsevier, Oxford, 2007.
• Osweiler, G.D.: Toxicology, Williams and Wilkins, London, 1996.
• Plumlee, K.H.: Clinical veterinary toxicology. Mosby, St. Louis, 2003.
• Gfeller, W.-Messioner, S.P.: Handbook of small animal toxicology and poisonings. Mosby, London, 1998.
• Roder, J.D.: Veterinary toxicology. Butterworth-Heinemann, 2001.

 

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Bacteriology
 
Semester 5, 30 lectures + 30 practicals, 4 credits
 
Besides the topics of general bacteriology, the students get knowledge on the features of bacteria and micro-fungi of animal health importance, and also the most important methods of bacteriological diagnostics. The practicals serve to perform the most important lab techniques on important bacteria species, including their identification methods. Beside this, the related methodology of molecular biology is also touched, both in theory and practice.
 
Mandatory resources:

• Madigan, M.T., Martinko, J.M., Stahl, D.A., Clark, D.P.: Brock Biology of Microorganisms 13th ed. Pearson Education, SanFrancisco, CA, USA, 2012.

Recommended resources:

• McVey, D. S., M. Kennedy, M.M. Chengappa (Eds.): Veterinary Microbiology. Wiley-Blackwell. 2013
• Quinn, P.J., Markey, B. Leonard, F.C., Hartigan, P., Fanning, S., Fitzpatrick, E.S.: Veterinary Microbiology and Microbial Disease. 2nd Ed. Blackwell. Oxford 2011
• Quinn P. J.,Markey B. K.,Leonard F. C., Fitzpatrick E. S., Fanning S. :Concise Review of Veterinary Microbiology, 2nd Ed Wiley-Blackwell, 2015

 

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Immunology
 
Semester 6, 30 lectures + 15 practicals, 3 credits
 
After a general introduction, the subject of the lectures includes the functional aspects of the innate and acquired immune systems, in mammals and other animals. The students gain knowledge on those cells and tissues that are involved in the immune system (including the first lines of defence, like the skin and mucosa). Thereafter the processes of the immune answer are widely discussed, from the recognition of the pathogens until their elimination. The immune-regulation and immune-tolerance are also parts of the discipline. Beyond these, related intracellular processes and the genetic aspects of the immune receptors are also discussed. In the practical sessions, the students will acquire knowledge on performing several types of immunoassays.
 
Mandatory resources:

• Valkó A., Lőrincz M.: Illustrated Book of Immunology. A/3 Nyomdaipari és Kiadói Szolgáltató Kft, 2020.

Recommended resources:

• Ian Tizzard: Veterinary Immunology: An introduction. 8th Edition, Elsevier, 2010.
• Janeway Jr., C. A., P. Travers, M. Walport, and M. J. Shlomchik.: Immunobiology: the immune system in health and disease. Garland Publishing, 2001.

 

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Environmental Microbiology
 
Semester 6, 30 lectures, 2 credits
 
The aim of the subject is to transfer basic knowledge of environmental microbiology, to introduce the role of microorganisms, especially bacteria in the terrestrial cycle, to use the biodegradation and transformation capacity of microbes in technologies to protect the environment and reduce the load on the environment. Microbiology of the carbon cycle: cycle, effects of human activity, methane cycle, cycle of hydrocarbons and PAHs, detoxification, pesticide transformation, cellulose and lignin degradation. Microbiology of the nitrogen cycle: global N cycle, effects of human activity, nitrogen fixation, ammonification, nitrification, denitrification. Sulfur cycle and microbiology: global concept, role of pollutants, H₂S producers, sulphate reducers, oxidation of inorganic sulfur compounds, characteristics of sulfur bacteria. Biogeochemical cycle of phosphorus, iron, silicon and toxic elements. Microbiology and technologies of soil remediation. Microbiology of soil, water and air. Pollutant types, their movement, accessibility, mobilization and biodegradation in soil. Technologies for biological treatment of solid waste, biotechnologies combined with waste recovery, sludge treatment, biogas production technology and microbiology. Pathogenic microbes that spread through food and water. Microbiology of interiors. Bioterrorism.
 
Mandatory resources:

• Szakmár, K.: Environmental Microbiology, lecture slides handouts (for internal use)

Recommended resources:

• Pepper, I. Gerba, C. Gentry, T. Environmenteal Microbiology 3 edition, Academic Press, 2014. ISBN 9780123946263

 

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Virology
 
Semester 6, 30 lectures + 15 practicals, 3 credits
 
Besides the knowledge of general virology, the students get detailed information on descriptive virology of certain viral pathogens of animal health importance. They also study the most relevant methods of viral diagnostics. The practical sessions serve to study and perform the most important diagnostic methods and the techniques for virus identification. Besides this, the molecular virology aspects are also discussed in details, both in theory and practice.
 
Mandatory resources:

• Maclachlan, N. J. – Dubovi, E. J. (ed.): Fenner’s Veterinary Virology. 5th ed. Elsevier, 2016.

Recommended resources:

• Quinn, P. J. – Markey, B. K. – Leonard, F. C. – Hartigan, P. – Fanning, S. – Fitzpatrick, E. S.: Veterinary Microbiology and Microbial Disease. 2nd ed. Oxford: Blackwell, 2011.
• Quinn P. J., Markey B. K., Leonard F.C., Fitzpatrick E.S., Fanning S.: Concise Review of Veterinary Microbiology, 2nd Ed Wiley-Blackwell, 2015

 

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Parasitology 1
 
Semester 6, 45 lectures + 30 practicals, 4 credits
 
The theoretical and practical courses are intended to familiarize the students with the essential facts and concepts of the principal protozoa and ectoparasites of domestic animals, which are of national and international importance. Emphasis is placed on basic knowledge of parasite biology, epidemiology, pathogenesis, diagnosis, chemotherapy and control of parasitic infections. The purpose of the practical courses is to highlight and expand on important parasites presented in lectures, especially identification and diagnostics. At the practicals the students become familiar with the methods of diagnosis including the interpretation of results.
 
Mandatory resources:

• Farkas, R.: Parasitology 1, lecture slides handouts (for internal use)
• Bowman Dwight, D.: Georgis: Parasitology for Veterinarians. 9th ed.New York: Saunders Elsevier 2009.

Recommended resources:

• Deplazes P., Eckert, J, Mathis A., Von Samson-Himmelstjerna, G., Zahner H.: Parasitology in Veterinary Medicine.Wageningen Academic Publishers 2016.
• Practical handouts for protozoology 2018, compiled by Robert Farkas
• Practical handouts for arachnoentomology 2018, compiled by Sándor Hornok

 

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Parasitology 2
 
Semester 6, 30 lectures + 30 practicals, 4 credits
 
The theoretical and practical courses are intended to familiarize the students with the essential facts and concepts of the principal flukes, tapeworms and nematodes of domestic animals, which are of national and international importance. Emphasis is placed on basic knowledge of parasite biology, epidemiology, pathogenesis, diagnosis, chemotherapy and control of parasitic infections. The purpose of the practical courses is to highlight and expand on important parasites presented in lectures, especially identification and diagnostics. At the practicals the students become familiar with the methods of diagnosis including the interpretation of results.
 
Mandatory resources:

• Farkas, R.: Parasitology 2, lecture slides handouts (for internal use)
• Bowman Dwight, D.: Georgis: Parasitology for Veterinarians. 9th ed.New York: Saunders Elsevier 2009.

Recommended resources:

• Deplazes P., Eckert, J, Mathis A., Von Samson-Himmelstjerna, G., Zahner H.: Parasitology in Veterinary Medicine.Wageningen Academic Publishers 2016.
• Kassai T.: Veterinary Helmintology. Oxford: Butterworth-Heinemann, 1999.
• Basic Techniques in helminthology and platyhelminthes. Practical handout. 2016, compiled by Gábor Majoros
• Practical handouts of nemathelminthes. Roundworms and acanthocephala thorny-headed worms, 2018, compiled by Robert Farkas

 

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Thesis Work Consultation 1
 
Semester 7, 30 lectures, 2 credits
 
The preparation of the diploma thesis is an important part of the training, so we pay great attention to the development and preparation of our students in the field of their choice. In order to ensure a uniform professional standard, a consultant is appointed for each student, whose task is to control the student’s diploma work in accordance with the requirements. Through regular in-person consultations, we help students to progress as planned at the level appropriate to the particular semester.
 
Mandatory resources:

• The topics of the consultations

Recommended resources:

• Bradshaw CJA (2018) The Effective Scientist: A Handy Guide to a Successful Academic Career
• Johnson AC, Sumpter JP (2019) How to be a Better Scientist

 

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Thesis Work Consultation 2
 
Semester 8, 30 lectures, 2 credits
 
The preparation of the diploma thesis is an important part of the training, so we pay great attention to the development and preparation of our students in the field of their choice. In order to ensure a uniform professional standard, a consultant is appointed for each student, whose task is to control the student’s diploma work in accordance with the requirements. Through regular in-person consultations, we help students to progress as planned at the level appropriate to the particular semester.
 
Mandatory resources:

• The topics of the consultations

Recommended resources:

• Bradshaw CJA (2018) The Effective Scientist: A Handy Guide to a Successful Academic Career
• Johnson AC, Sumpter JP (2019) How to be a Better Scientist

 

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Thesis Work Consultation 3
 
Semester 9, 30 lectures, 2 credits
 
The preparation of the diploma thesis is an important part of the training, so we pay great attention to the development and preparation of our students in the field of their choice. In order to ensure a uniform professional standard, a consultant is appointed for each student, whose task is to control the student’s diploma work in accordance with the requirements. Through regular in-person consultations, we help students to progress as planned at the level appropriate to the particular semester.
 
Mandatory resources:

• The topics of the consultations

Recommended resources:

• Bradshaw CJA (2018) The Effective Scientist: A Handy Guide to a Successful Academic Career
• Johnson AC, Sumpter JP (2019) How to be a Better Scientist

 

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Thesis Work Consultation 4
 
Semester 10, 30 lectures, 2 credits
 
The preparation of the diploma thesis is an important part of the training, so we pay great attention to the development and preparation of our students in the field of their choice. In order to ensure a uniform professional standard, a consultant is appointed for each student, whose task is to control the student’s diploma work in accordance with the requirements. Through regular in-person consultations, we help students to progress as planned at the level appropriate to the particular semester.
 
Mandatory resources:

• The topics of the consultations

Recommended resources:

• Bradshaw CJA (2018) The Effective Scientist: A Handy Guide to a Successful Academic Career
• Johnson AC, Sumpter JP (2019) How to be a Better Scientist

 

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Thesis Progress Report
 
Semester 7, 30 lectures, 2 credits
 
The preparation of the diploma thesis is an important part of the training, so we pay great attention to the development and preparation of our students in the field of their choice. The aim of the thesis progress reports is to train students in a systematic and planned way during the research related to their diploma thesis. This process includes the selection of research topics, the formulation of research objectives, the preparation of the research plan, the learning of the methodology, the data analysis, the evaluation and discussion of the results and drawing conclusions. During the thesis progress reports, the student presents his/her professional progress in a presentation revised based on the suggestions received during the previous progress report occasions.
 
Mandatory resources:

• The materials of the presentations

Recommended resources:

• Bradshaw CJA (2018) The Effective Scientist: A Handy Guide to a Successful Academic Career
• Johnson AC, Sumpter JP (2019) How to be a Better Scientist

 

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Thesis Progress Report 2
 
Semester 8, 30 lectures, 2 credits
 
The preparation of the diploma thesis is an important part of the training, so we pay great attention to the development and preparation of our students in the field of their choice. The aim of the thesis progress reports is to train students in a systematic and planned way during the research related to their diploma thesis. This process includes the selection of research topics, the formulation of research objectives, the preparation of the research plan, the learning of the methodology, the data analysis, the evaluation and discussion of the results and drawing conclusions. During the thesis progress reports, the student presents his/her professional progress in a presentation revised based on the suggestions received during the previous progress report occasions.
 
Mandatory resources:

• The materials of the presentations

Recommended resources:

• Bradshaw CJA (2018) The Effective Scientist: A Handy Guide to a Successful Academic Career
• Johnson AC, Sumpter JP (2019) How to be a Better Scientist

 

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Thesis Progress Report 3
 
Semester 9, 30 lectures, 2 credits
 
The preparation of the diploma thesis is an important part of the training, so we pay great attention to the development and preparation of our students in the field of their choice. The aim of the thesis progress reports is to train students in a systematic and planned way during the research related to their diploma thesis. This process includes the selection of research topics, the formulation of research objectives, the preparation of the research plan, the learning of the methodology, the data analysis, the evaluation and discussion of the results and drawing conclusions. During the thesis progress reports, the student presents his/her professional progress in a presentation revised based on the suggestions received during the previous progress report occasions.
 
Mandatory resources:

• The materials of the presentations

Recommended resources:

• Bradshaw CJA (2018) The Effective Scientist: A Handy Guide to a Successful Academic Career
• Johnson AC, Sumpter JP (2019) How to be a Better Scientist

 

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Thesis Progress Report 4
 
Semester 10, 30 lectures, 2 credits
 
The preparation of the diploma thesis is an important part of the training, so we pay great attention to the development and preparation of our students in the field of their choice. The aim of the thesis progress reports is to train students in a systematic and planned way during the research related to their diploma thesis. This process includes the selection of research topics, the formulation of research objectives, the preparation of the research plan, the learning of the methodology, the data analysis, the evaluation and discussion of the results and drawing conclusions. During the thesis progress reports, the student presents his/her professional progress in a presentation revised based on the suggestions received during the previous progress report occasions.
 
Mandatory resources:

• The materials of the presentations

Recommended resources:

• Bradshaw CJA (2018) The Effective Scientist: A Handy Guide to a Successful Academic Career
• Johnson AC, Sumpter JP (2019) How to be a Better Scientist

 

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Population Genetics
 
Semester 7, 30 lectures + 45 practicals, 3 credits
 
After describing the models of basic population genetic processes (selection, mutation, migration, genetic drift, recombination) and their role in forming the genetic structure of populations, we analyze the reasons of the deviations from Hardy-Weinberg equilibrium, the consequences of inbreeding and the concept of effective population size. After discussing the potential causes and consequences of linkage disequilibrium, we continue with multilocus topics, e.g. sexual selection and quantitative genetics. We discuss the processes of molecular evolution and their models. On the practicals, we deepen our theoretical knowledge by calculations, simulations and softwares suitable for analyzing the genetic data of real populations. We focus on the origin and maintenance of genetic variability all over the course.
 
Mandatory resources:

• Kövér, S.: Population Genetics, lecture slides handouts (for internal use)
• L. Hartl and A. G. Clark, 2006, Principles of Population Genetics. (4th edition) Sinauer (ISBN-10: ‎0878933085, ISBN-13: 978-0878933082)

Recommended resources:

• C. Herron and S. Freeman, Evolutionary analysis (5th edition), Pearson, 2014, (ISBN 10: 0-321-61667-7; ISBN 13: 978-0-321-61667-8)

 

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Evolutionary Biology
 
Semester 8, 30 lectures, 2 credits
 
Based on the knowledge given by the Population Genetics course we discuss the following processes and topics in evolutionary biology: natural selection acting on different levels of selection, adaptation, kin selection and cooperation, sexual selection, evolution of reproductive systems, neutral theory and molecular evolution, evolution of development, life history evolution, speciation, macroevolution, coevolution, origins of life, the major steps in evolution and history of life on earth, human evolution.
 
Mandatory resources:

• Kövér, S.: Evolutionary Biology, lecture slides handouts (for internal use)
• J. Futuyma és M. Kirkpatrick: Evolution (4th edition), 2017, Sinauer, (ISBN-10: 1605356050, ISBN-13: 978-1605356051)

Recommended resources:

• C. Herron and S. Freeman, Evolutionary analysis (5th edition), Pearson, 2014, (ISBN 10: 0-321-61667-7; ISBN 13: 978-0-321-61667-8)

 

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Bioinformatics and Comparative Methods
 
Semester 10, 15 lectures + 15 practicals, 2 credits
 
In the first part of the course, students gain an introductory knowledge of the analysis of macromolecules at the genomic, proteomic and transcriptomic levels, using basic bioinformatics databases. Students will master commonly used in silico bioinformatics analysis protocols to analyze gene expression microarray and next generation sequencing (NGS) data. In the second half of the course, students will master the steps of phylogenetic tree reconstruction, as well as basic methods in evolutionary comparative studies.
 
Mandatory resources:

• Szabó, K.: Bioinformatics and Comparative Methods, lecture slides handouts (for internal use)
• Hartl, D.L.: Essential genetics and genomics. Jones&Bartlett, Burlington, 2020
• Publications used in the data analysis practice

Recommended resources:

• H. Harvey és M.D. Pagel: The comparative method in evolutionary biology. Oxford 1998.

 

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Reproductive Biology and Biotechnology 1
 
Semester 7, 30 lectures, 1 credit
 
In the first semester of the course, zoology students will receive a comprehensive knowledge of the general processes of reproductive biology, the theoretical background of the most frequently used assisted reproductive and biotechnological procedures. In addition, insight is provided into the specifics and current issues (reproductive and biotechnological) of reproductive biology and assisted reproduction in small ruminants, cattle, horses, and pigs.
 
Mandatory resources:

• Cseh, S.: Reproductive Biology and Biotechnology 1, lecture slides handouts (for internal use)
• Sanger: Pathways to Pregnancy and Parturition, 2012, 0965764834 9780965764834

Recommended resources:

• Björndahl, L., Mortimer, D., Barratt, C., Castilla, J., Menkveld, R., Kvist, U., Haugen, T. (2010). A Practical Guide to Basic Laboratory Andrology. Cambridge: Cambridge University Press. doi:10.1017/CBO9780511729942

 

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Reproductive Biology and Biotechnology 2
 
Semester 8, 15 lectures, 1 credit
 
In the second semester of the course, students will receive a comprehensive knowledge of the reproductive biology of small animals and the assisted reproductive and biotechnological procedures used in this field. In addition, the basics and current issues of andrology make up the curriculum for the semester.
 
Mandatory resources:

• Cseh, S.: Reproductive Biology and Biotechnology 2, lecture slides handouts (for internal use)
• Sanger: Pathways to Pregnancy and Parturition, 2012, 0965764834 9780965764834

Recommended resources:

• Björndahl, L., Mortimer, D., Barratt, C., Castilla, J., Menkveld, R., Kvist, U., Haugen, T. (2010). A Practical Guide to Basic Laboratory Andrology. Cambridge: Cambridge University Press. doi:10.1017/CBO9780511729942

 

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Reproductive Biology and Biotechnology 3
 
Semester 9, 30 lectures + 15 practicals, 2 credits
 
In the third semester of the course, students will receive a comprehensive knowledge of the reproductive biology of birds, fish, certain zoo animals and humans, as well as the assisted reproductive and biotechnological procedures used in these species. During the semester, students may also learn some assisted reproduction procedures in practice through laboratory practice classes.
 
Mandatory resources:

• Cseh, S.: Reproductive Biology and Biotechnology 3, lecture slides handouts (for internal use)
• Sanger: Pathways to Pregnancy and Parturition, 2012, 0965764834 9780965764834

Recommended resources:

• Björndahl, L., Mortimer, D., Barratt, C., Castilla, J., Menkveld, R., Kvist, U., Haugen, T. (2010). A Practical Guide to Basic Laboratory Andrology. Cambridge: Cambridge University Press. doi:10.1017/CBO9780511729942

 

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Library Informatics
 
Semester 8, 30 lectures, 1 credit
 
Academic information and communication. Academic publications in Life Sciences: criteria, types, structure. Finding information on the web, validating sources. Database basics. Finding information in factographical databases (NCBI Taxonomy, Gene). Finding literature in bibliographical databases: Web of Science, Zoological Records, Scopus. Full text resources. Referencing skills.
 
Mandatory resources:

• Cserey M, Makrai T, Tapolcai Á (2003) Guide to veterinary information sources and services. Szent István University Veterinary Science Library

Recommended resources:

• Office for National Statistics (2021) Presenting Data [online]. https://style.ons.gov.uk/category/data-visualisation Acessed 04-11-2021
• Wass R, McDonald J, McLean A (2015) Introduction to Scientific Writing. https://www.otago.ac.nz/hedc/otago615367.pdf Accessed 04-11-2021

 

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Science Communication Skills 1
 
Semester 8, 15 lectures + 15 practicals, 2 credits
 
The course provides the basic skills for designing research and reporting research results. During the practicals, students shall plan their thesis project and report the plan in the form of a PhD grant application. The course prepares students to be able to compile their applications to a doctoral school.
 
Mandatory resources:

• Kis, J.: Science Communication Skills 1, lecture slides handouts (for internal use)
• Leedy PD & Ormrod JE (2021) Practical research – planning and design. Pearson Education Limited; ISBN 978-1-292-33928-3

Recommended resources:

• Lövei GL (2021) Writing and publishing scientific papers – a primer for the non-English speaker. Cambridge, UK: Open Book Publishers, 2021; https://doi.org/10.11647/OBP.0235; ISBN 9781800640917
• Gotelli NJ & Ellison AM (2013). A primer of ecological statistics. Sinauer, Sunderland, Massachusetts, USA; ISBN 978-1605350646
• Bateson, M. & Martin, P. (2021) Measuring Behaviour: An Introductory Guide. Cambridge University Press; ISBN 110847831X

 

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Science Communication Skills 2
 
Semester 9, 15 lectures + 15 practicals, 2 credits
 
The course provides the basic skills for designing research and reporting research results. During the practicals, students shall plan their thesis project and report the plan in the form of a PhD grant application. The course prepares students to be able to compile their applications to a doctoral school.
 
Mandatory resources:

• Kis, J.: Science Communication Skills 2, lecture slides handouts (for internal use)
• Leedy PD & Ormrod JE (2021) Practical research – planning and design. Pearson Education Limited; ISBN 978-1-292-33928-3

Recommended resources:

• Lövei GL (2021) Writing and publishing scientific papers – a primer for the non-English speaker. Cambridge, UK: Open Book Publishers, 2021; https://doi.org/10.11647/OBP.0235; ISBN 9781800640917
• Gotelli NJ & Ellison AM (2013). A primer of ecological statistics. Sinauer, Sunderland, Massachusetts, USA; ISBN 978-1605350646
• Bateson, M. & Martin, P. (2021) Measuring Behaviour: An Introductory Guide. Cambridge University Press; ISBN 110847831X

 

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Preparing Scientific Presentations
 
Semester 8, 15 lectures + 30 practicals, 3 credits
 
It is important to learn to proper ways and the tricks of scientific presentations: how to avoid usual mistakes, to keep contents and time limits, which computer programs are best to use, what is the proper structure of a presentation, etc. The aim is to teach students to be able to present their own scientific results in a proper way both to the scientific audience and to the laymen.
 
Mandatory resources:

• Korsós, Z.: Preparing Scientific Presentations, lecture slides handouts (for internal use)
• Lövei Gábor (2021): Writing and publishing scientific papers. A primer for the non-English speaker. – Open Book Publishers, 216 pp. https://doi.org/10.11647/OBP.0235 ISBN 9781800640917

Recommended resources:

• Alley, M. (2013): The Craft of Scientific Presentations: Critical Steps to Succeed and Critical Errors to Avoid. – Springer, 305 pp. ISBN 978-1441982780

 

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Journal Club 1
 
Semester 9, 45 lectures, 2 credits
 
Journal Club is a course where students read, comment and present articles in the subject of their thesis work to their classmates. The articles to be presented should be on original research and published in English in an international peer-reviewed scientific journal. Presentations may cover classical papers as well as reports on cutting-edge scientific discoveries. All presentations will be followed by critical discussion on methodology and conclusions. The aim of the course is to help students to improve critical evaluation of research articles and discuss scientific topics in English.
 
Mandatory resources:

• Journal articles from: Nature; Science; Proc. Natl. Acad. Sci, USA; Trends in Ecology and Evolution; Proc. Roy. Soc, London B; PLOS One; Aninal Behaviour; Behaviour Ecology; Behaviour Ecology and Sociobiology; Behaviour; Evolutionary Biology; American Naturalist; J. Theoretical Biology; Ecology; Oecologia; Oikos; Ecography; J. Animal Ecology; J. Functional Ecology; J. Applied Ecology; Conservation Biology; Gene; Cell; J. Molecular Ecology

 

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Journal Club 2
 
Semester 10, 45 lectures, 2 credits
 
Journal Club is a course where students read, comment and present articles in the subject of their thesis work to their classmates. The articles to be presented should be on original research and published in English in an international peer-reviewed scientific journal. Presentations may cover classical papers as well as reports on cutting-edge scientific discoveries. All presentations will be followed by critical discussion on methodology and conclusions. The aim of the course is to help students to improve critical evaluation of research articles and discuss scientific topics in English.
 
Mandatory resources:

• Journal articles from: Nature; Science; Proc. Natl. Acad. Sci, USA; Trends in Ecology and Evolution; Proc. Roy. Soc, London B; PLOS One; Aninal Behaviour; Behaviour Ecology; Behaviour Ecology and Sociobiology; Behaviour; Evolutionary Biology; American Naturalist; J. Theoretical Biology; Ecology; Oecologia; Oikos; Ecography; J. Animal Ecology; J. Functional Ecology; J. Applied Ecology; Conservation Biology; Gene; Cell; J. Molecular Ecology

 

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Epidemiology 1
 
Semester 9, 30 lectures + 30 practicals, 4 credits
 
In the subject Epidemiology, after establishing the general knowledge on the infectious diseases of animals, the lectures concentrate on the animal diseases caused by viruses, prions and bacteria, including their history, occurrence, causal aspects, pathogens, pathogenesis, symptoms and pathology. The lectures include the subject of zoonotic diseases too. Within this frame, the differential diagnostics, treatment and prevention are also discussed. In this discipline, the aspects of quantitative epidemiology are also given; with the evaluation of the results of the diagnostic tests, examination of the animal diseases at population level and the basics of epidemiological surveys and investigations with their mathematical and molecular biology aspects.
 
Mandatory resources:

• Gavier-Widén D, Duff JP, Meredith A Eds: Infectious Diseases of Wild Mammals and Birds in Europe Blackwell Publishing Ltd, 2012

Recommended resources:

• Smith, SA: Fish diseases and medicine, CRC Press, 2019
• Thrusfield M, Christley R: Veterinary Epidemiology, 4. kiadás, Wiley, 2018

 

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Epidemiology 2
 
Semester 10, 30 lectures + 30 practicals, 4 credits
 
In the subject Epidemiology, after establishing the general knowledge on the infectious diseases of animals, the lectures concentrate on the animal diseases caused by viruses, prions and bacteria, including their history, occurrence, causal aspects, pathogens, pathogenesis, symptoms and pathology. The lectures include the subject of zoonotic diseases too. Within this frame, the differential diagnostics, treatment and prevention are also discussed. In this discipline, the aspects of quantitative epidemiology are also given; with the evaluation of the results of the diagnostic tests, examination of the animal diseases at population level and the basics of epidemiological surveys and investigations with their mathematical and molecular biology aspects.
 
Mandatory resources:

• Gavier-Widén D, Duff JP, Meredith A Eds: Infectious Diseases of Wild Mammals and Birds in Europe Blackwell Publishing Ltd, 2012

Recommended resources:

• Smith, SA: Fish diseases and medicine, CRC Press, 2019
• Thrusfield M, Christley R: Veterinary Epidemiology, 4. kiadás, Wiley, 2018

 
 

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