Wildlife Conservation

Learning outcomes

Students who graduate from Wildlife Conservation will be able to:

No.Learning outcome
1Demonstrate a broad and coherent body of knowledge in biology, ecology, and conservation.
2Demonstrate deep knowledge of the value of wildlife and biodiversity to our society and well-being and sustaining life on our planet.
3Integrate knowledge of the concepts and principles of biology, animal behaviour, population ecology and genetics, alongside traditional ecological knowledge and customs, into wildlife conservation practices.
4Source, collate, synthesise and critically evaluate information in wildlife biology and conservation from a range of relevant sources.
5Work competently, safely, ethically and responsibly in field, laboratory and industry settings, using a range of practical and analytical techniques in biology, ecology and conservation.
6Generate primary research data and deploy skills in numeracy and data analysis to analyse experimental outcomes and obtain answers to biological questions.
7Communicate concepts and findings in wildlife conservation through a range of modes for a variety of audiences, using evidence-based arguments that are robust to critique.
8Examine and evaluate contemporary issues in wildlife conservation, working responsibly and professionally and with consideration of ethical, indigenous and cross-cultural perspectives.
9Work effectively within collaborative, interdisciplinary teams to develop innovative solutions to authentic wildlife conservation challenges.