Teaching Responsibility

LJMU Schools involved in Delivery:

Biological and Environmental Sciences

Learning Methods

Lecture

Workshop

Module Offerings

7109NATSCI-SEP-CTY

Aims

The aim of the module is to teach students both the theoretical and practical skills in wildlife conservation.

Learning Outcomes

1.
Critically evaluate the current literature, themes and developments in the field of wildlife conservation
2.
Critically explore the usage of conservation technology and synthesise the literature underpinned by an in-depth understanding of methods used to design, conduct and analyse wildlife studies.
3.
Refine and synthesise approaches to extend independent study and to make an original contribution to research.

Module Content

Outline Syllabus:General introduction into wildlife conservation Population viability analyses Wildlife genetics Wildlife monitoring Wildlife conservation specific GIS and monitoring skills Species distribution modelling Law and Policy Livelihood, economic, and other incentives for conservation Disease and conservation Conservation technology (e.g. camera traps, acoustic recorders, drones, etc) applications for wildlife conservation
Module Overview:
This module will give you a thorough understanding of the major themes in wildlife conservation. It enables you to critically evaluate published work and the practical skills to design and conduct your own research.
Additional Information:This module will give students a thorough understanding of the major themes in wildlife conservation. The module will also teach students to critically evaluate published work and the practical skills to design and conduct their own research.

Assessments

Essay

Presentation