In this module we will take a critical look at the creation, restoration and management of terrestrial, aquatic and semi-aquatic habitats such as woodlands, grasslands, heathlands, moorlands, urban habitats, streams, ponds, reedbeds and mires.

Other issues covered include the control of invasive species, and managing habitats in the context of climate change and pollution.

100% 3000-word habitat management plan. To assess all learning outcomes.

11 X 3 hours. The 3-hour sessions will either be a mix of lecture/workshop or a site visit. The module will utilise guest speakers who are practitioners.

The 117 hours of independent study be used to undertake further reading around the topics covered (67 hours) and to prepare for the assessment (50 hours)

Forestry Commission England. (2010) Managing Ancient and Native Woodland in England.
http://www.forestry.gov.uk/pdf/FCPG201.pdf/$file/FCPG201.pdf

Freshwater Habitats Trust (undated) Pond Creation Toolkit. http://freshwaterhabitats.org.uk/projects/million-ponds/pond-creation-toolkit/

JNCC. Management of UK Lowland Grassland Habitats. http://jncc.defra.gov.uk/page-5852

River Restoration Centre. Manual of River Restoration Techniques. http://www.therrc.co.uk/manual-river-restoration-techniques

Transport to sites.

Study of Ecology of Habitats

1. Integrate current knowledge and understanding of ecological concepts to produce justified, evidence-based habitat management recommendations
Knowledge and Understanding
Problem Solving
Application

2. Critically evaluate habitat creation, restoration and management methods, as well as the associated problems and constraints
Analysis
Learning

3. Communicate findings and recommendations clearly and professionally
Communication