Module Descriptors
PRACTICAL CONSERVATION PROJECT
BIOL60659
Key Facts
Health, Education, Policing and Sciences
Level 6
15 credits
Contact
Leader: Eleanor Atkins
Hours of Study
Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities: 100
Independent Study Hours: 50
Total Learning Hours: 150
Assessment
  • Coursework - Report weighted at 100%
Module Details
Indicative Content
The content of the module will vary depending upon the current research focus and projects offered in conjunction established conservation organisations.

Whatever the project it will be an applied research project linked to in or ex-situ conservation where your focus will be upon the technical aspects of the project. This module differs from the core Research Project in so much as this will entail you working with and supporting an established conservation team, under their direction and more in the style of a traditional Research Assistant rather than prime investigator.
Assessment Details
There is One aspect of assessment

1. 100% Report. (Learning outcomes 1,2 & 3)

Additional Assessment Details (including formative feedback / assessment):
Formative discussion on early constructions of the Wiki.
Learning Strategies
Lecturer/SEALIFE directed activities: 100 hours.

Independent Study Hours
25 hours preparation to support the conservation task at hand.
25 hours reading, self assessment and preparation/execution of the summative assessment.

Support includes, Blackboard activity, self assessment and preparation/execution of the summative assessment.
Learning Outcomes
1. Communicate showing an in-depth knowledge of a contemporary conservation research issue. Knowledge and Understanding
Communication

2. Engage with, and critically evaluate, primary scientific literature, to contribute to a current conservation problem.
Analysis
Problem Solving
Reflection

3. Display the ability to work under direction within a team environment.
Learning