Wildlife Ecology and Conservation Management

Are you looking to tackle the biodiversity crisis by pursuing a career within the wildlife, ecology and conservation sector? Then this foundation degree is for you. <br/>It has been designed to enable you to develop the skills in demand within the sector, opening up a diverse range of employment opportunities. <br/>You will develop your knowledge and understanding of a broad range of species, habitats and ecosystems, as well as their management and how to engage others in your passion for the natural world and its protection. <br/>Business and employment elements are included to improve transferable skills and give you a thorough insight into your chosen career path. <br/><br/>**What will I study?**<br/>Modules Year 1:<br/>Organism Identification<br/>Principles of Ecology and Conservation<br/>British Wildlife – Ecosystems, Habitats and Species<br/>UK Conservation – Policy and Legislation<br/>Academic and Professional Skills and Geographic Information Systems (GIS)<br/>Industry Skills<br/><br/>Modules Year 2:<br/>Management of Habitats<br/>Wildlife Management<br/>Human Wildlife Interactions and Public Engagement<br/>Field Studies with Data Analysis<br/>Independent Project<br/>Business Project Management<br/><br/>**Learning and Teaching Approach**<br/>This programme is delivered using a variety of teaching and learning approaches. This includes giving you hands-on experiential opportunities in both your academic and professional development. Sessions which deliver the core content and provide the underpinning knowledge feature a strong emphasis on active learning within lectures, seminars, workshops, field work, site visits, case studies, independent learning, formative assessment and guest speaker sessions. <br/>All teaching is focused on facilitating a student-centred approach to enhance independent learning and your ability to make decisions, problem-solve and manage projects – all skills required in the conservation and ecology sector. <br/>The programme utilises excellent onsite resources, offsite visits and extensive industry links for applied aspects essential for your employability skills.<br/><br/>**Contact Time**<br/>A typical week on the full-time pathway includes approximately 13 hours a week contact time, incorporating lectures, seminars, practicals and tutorials. This may vary from week to week depending on field trips and other programme-related activities. You are also expected to carry out a significant amount of private study in addition to contact time (20-30 hours a week). A part-time option is also available. You can expect to receive your timetable during induction week. <br/><br/>**Work Experience**<br/>A typical week on the full-time pathway includes approximately 13 hours a week contact time, incorporating lectures, seminars, practicals and tutorials. This may vary from week to week depending on field trips and other programme-related activities. You are also expected to carry out a significant amount of private study in addition to contact time (20-30 hours a week). A part-time option is also available. You can expect to receive your timetable during induction week.<br/><br/>**Progression**<br/>Exciting, fulfilling careers in habitat creation, management and restoration, species conservation, public engagement, ecology and more are available with a range of employers. These include conservation non-government organisations (NGOs), such as the Wildlife Trusts and RSPB, in the UK and abroad; ecological consultancies; conservation contractors; public bodies such as local authorities, the Forestry Commission, Natural England, Natural Resources Wales and NatureScot, plus many more.