Programme/Approved Electives for 2022/23
None
Available as a Free Standing Elective
No
Aims
Gain an interdisciplinary understanding of the concept of nature and practices of conservation.
Intended Learning Outcomes
Explain how conceptualisations of nature inform understandings of place, environment, and identity
: 1,2
Demonstrate how different perceptions, values and politics of nature influence conservation policies, decision-making and practice: 1,2
Evaluate and explore conservation policy and practice at global, national and local levels: 1,2
20 hours blended delivery
40 hours essay preparation
40 hours poster preparation
50 hours independent study
Description of Module Assessment
1: Essay weighted 50%Essay
Select one question from the list provided - 1,500-word essay.
2: Assignment weighted 50%Poster
Design an educational poster which focuses on an example of nature conservation in policy and practice. This is not a poster presentation - only the poster will be assessed.