Conservation Ecology Field Course (C7148)
Conservation Ecology Field Course
Module C7148
Module details for 2014/15.
15 credits
FHEQ Level 5
Module Outline
Experience of environments and habitats in the field is essential for an understanding of the conservation issues that can face them. This module will involve a field course to Slapton Ley in March/April. The site is an SSSI within the South Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, which provides access to a variety of ecologically vulnerable habitats that makes it ideal for learning about conservation biology. Students will develop an understanding of, and ability to identify, the main conservation issues for a range of habitats
Module learning outcomes
Collect field data and interpret them for habitat classification, site assessment and conservation management
Identify the main flora, vegetation types and conservation issues for a range of habitats
Understand the organisation, administration and management of different statutory and other land designations
Appraise and reconcile the competing pressures on natural habitats from nature conservation, recreation and agriculture.
| Type | Timing | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Coursework | 100.00% | |
| Coursework components. Weighted as shown below. | ||
| Portfolio | A2 Week 1 | 100.00% |
Timing
Submission deadlines may vary for different types of assignment/groups of students.
Weighting
Coursework components (if listed) total 100% of the overall coursework weighting value.
| Term | Method | Duration | Week pattern |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring Semester | Fieldwork | 8 hours | 000000000000 |
How to read the week pattern
The numbers indicate the weeks of the term and how many events take place each week.
Prof Alan Stewart
Convenor, Assess convenor
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