Advanced Topics in Conservation (C1841)

15 credits, Level 6

Autumn teaching

On this module you’ll focus on current issues in conservation and conservation biology.

Topics include:

  • intensive farming practices
  • rewilding projects
  • national parks and protected areas
  • invasive species
  • issues in marine conservation.

You'll strengthen your critical thinking from integrating material from multiple sources and develop written, oral and graphic communication skills.

Seminars will highlight presentations on current issues by students working in groups and will be connected to individual assessments.

We regularly review our modules to incorporate student feedback, staff expertise, as well as the latest research and teaching methodology. We鈥檙e planning to run these modules in the academic year 2026/27. However, there may be changes to these modules in response to feedback, staff availability, student demand or updates to our curriculum.

We鈥檒l make sure to let you know of any material changes to modules at the earliest opportunity.

Courses

This module is offered on the following courses: