Course Information & Syllabus
Course Information :
This course focuses on 'real-world' problem solving and applied solutions to Environment, wildlife and conservation
issues. The course is designed to provide theoretical and practical expertise in a range of discipline areas such as
biodiversity, wildlife ecology, landscape and vegetation management, conservation, animal biology and
environmental management. The course is designed to enable graduates to contribute in a professional capacity to
the study and management of environment and wildlife. The students will be provided with knowledge, understanding and
skills required for a career in this vibrant and growing interdisciplinary field.
Year 1 :
Ecology & Environmental Science
Biological Sciences
Social Issues and the Environment
Animal Diversity & Behaviour
Introduction to Evolutionary Genetics
Human Population & Environment
Year 2 :
Life Sciences
Community Ecology
Conservation Biology
Forest Management and Wildlife
Animal Diseases & Treatment
Biodiversity & Conservation
Year 3 :
Energy and Environment
Bioethics
Wildlife Conservation & Management
Diseases & Parasites
Projects & Field Work
Coursework & Assessment :
A wide variety of teaching methods are used including lectures, laboratory practicals, fieldwork, seminars and
tutorials. Most courses are assessed by both continuous assessment and a written examination. Continuous
assessment takes many forms including essays, a series of practical reports, or a group project. Final year students also
attend a residential teamwork course.
Careers :
Marine Biology, Vertebrate Zoology, Environmental Management & Sustainability, Wildlife Conservation & Ornithology. 