M.INC.ECOL.609: Conservation Biology
Learning outcome
An advanced study of the ecological, genetic and biogeographical principles underlying conservation biology and their application to conservation management issues.
Conservation Biology aims to provide students with an understanding of the ecological principles of conservation biology and nature conservation, and the application of these principles to conservation management. This is achieved by the production of a scientific paper, a popular article and scientific reviews and discussions of conservation issues.
Courses and examination
- Seminar: Conservation Biology. Exam: Presentation (ca 20 min)
- Practical course: Production of a scientific paper. Exam: Scientific paper (max 15-20 p)
- Practical course: Production of a popular article. Exam: Popular article (max 10 p)
Prerequisite for examination: Students have the opportunity to analyze scientific data and write a scientific journal article and also practice writing for the “public” by preparing a “popular article” for a newspaper or magazine. Critiquing skills are also taught by reviewing scientific journal articles.
Further details
- Admission requirements: None
- Recommended previous knowledge: None
- Language: English
- Person responsible for module: Dr. G. Stewart
- Course frequency: Each winter semester
- Duration: One semester
- Number of repeat examinations permitted: Twice
- Recommended Semester: First to third semester
- Maximum number of students: 10