Centre for Evidence-Based Conservation. 2010. Guidelines for Systematic Review in
Environmental Management. Version 4.0. Environmental Evidence:
www.environmentalevidence.org/Authors.htm

Most of the reading will be based on the primary literature.

Suitably equipped lecture room. Transport for field visits.

Vertebrate conservation relies on a thorough understanding of the biology and ecology of the 'target' species. This module complements the invertebrate conservation module and will explore vertebrate conservation using examples from amphibians, reptiles, birds and mammals, with the latter forming the main focus of the module. The focus will be mainly on UK and European species, although that will not preclude using relevant examples from around the world. We will also look at the effectiveness of zoos and reintroduction programmes and biotechnology (AI, IVF, cryopreservation, cloning etc.) as conservation methods.

100% 3000-3500-word 'systematic review' of an aspect of vertebrate conservation (LO 1 & 2)

Additional Assessment Details (including formative feedback/assessment):
Staged activities based on aspects of the guidance listed above will be used as methods of formative feedback.

lectures/seminars. There will also be field visits. There will be independent study carried out in preparation for the class sessions and follow-up activities. The rest of the time will be spent in reading around topics and preparing for the assessment. Specific guidance will be given on producing the systematic review.