Biodiversity and Natural Resources Law (835M3)
Biodiversity and Natural Resources Law
Module 835M3
Module details for 2026/27.
15 credits
FHEQ Level 7 (Masters)
Module learning outcomes
Demonstrate, through critical analysis, a critical understanding of biodiversity and natural resources law and the scientific/social scientific postulations/propositions that form the foundations of such law and aspects of the law’s interlinking with other issues
Demonstrate a critical knowledge of the development of biodiversity and natural resources law in the context of theories of governance, regulation, rights and sustainability.
Demonstrate an ability to summarise and critically analyse and evaluate the issues covered in preparation for assessment
| Type | Timing | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Report (500 words) | Semester 2 Assessment Week 2 Mon 16:00 | 25.00% |
| Coursework | 25.00% | |
| Coursework components. Weighted as shown below. | ||
| Presentation | T2 Week 10 (10 minutes) | 100.00% |
| Essay (1500 words) | Semester 2 Assessment Week 2 Mon 16:00 | 50.00% |
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 | Seminar | 2 hours | 00000111100 |
| Spring Semester | Lecture | 1 hour | 00000111100 |
| Spring Semester | Workshop | 3 hours | 00000000010 |
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