Course Catalogue

The overall aim of the programme is to train postgraduates who are able to play a significant role in the development of approaches to the study and application of knowledge in the field of Wildlife Conservation Technology. The curriculum and approach to teaching, learning and assessment aims to meet the challenges of employment in a global society through the development of intellectual, analytical and research skills relevant to the field of Wildlife Conservation Technology. The specific aims of the programme are: 1. To develop students' knowledge, critical thinking, analyses and understanding of Wildlife Conservation Technology through study and discussion of latest research articles, development of statistical analytical techniques and engagement with academic practices such as grant application and paper submission. 2. To develop students' intellectual skills including ability to interpret and critically evaluate information from a range of sources as well as to present and defend arguments effectively. 3. To develop professional practical skills including planning and executing a scientific research project utilising technology, applying for funding, writing for scientific publication and basic programming for statistical analysis of scientific data. 4. To develop transferable skills including written and verbal communication, IT, problem-solving, teamwork and time management skills.

Teaching and learning will be via interactive lectures, workshops, journal discussion groups, seminars, oral presentations, a field course and project work. Assessments will be written, oral and practical assignments such as project report and seminar presentations. Intellectual skills are developed through the teaching and learning programme. Critical analysis and problem solving skills are embedded in all modules and are taught, developed and practised through workshops, fieldwork and all forms of project work. Experimental, research and design skills are further developed and practised through a broad range of coursework activities and project work. Written and/or verbal individual feedback is given on all work submitted. Critical thinking and problem solving skills are assessed through written and oral assignments. Experimental research and design skills are assessed in the dissertation. Practical skills are taught during workshop and fieldwork sessions. Experimental design is taught in the Research Methods module via lectures and workshops, developed and practised in practical sessions and projects. Practical skills are assessed via the dissertation and oral presentation. Transferable skills are taught, developed and practised through the teaching and learning programme. Numerical and statistical problem solving skills are taught on specific modules, more basic skills are normally practised on all modules. Assessed through written and oral assessments.

The programme offers a specific period of work related learning in the Dissertation module (7100NATSCI). During the Research Methods module (7107NATSCI) students will have the opportunity to write and submit a grant application for funding. All work offers individuals the opportunity to develop their critical reasoning and complex problem solving skills further. Throughout the programme, emphasis is focused on the acquisition of new knowledge and skills that would secure future employment within the broad area of the Wildlife Conservation Technology.