Conservation Biology (C1148)
15 credits, Level 5
Autumn teaching
On this module, you’ll explore a range of biodiversity themes to discover the major threats to global biodiversity.
In the first part of the module, you’ll explore the main threats to species survival, including:
- why species become rare and endangered
- what measures can be taken to halt or reverse population declines
- how populations of threatened species can be restored
- the contribution of modern molecular genetics to conservation issues
- how people and wildlife interact, both positively and negatively
- how emergent conflicts can be resolved.
In the second part, you’ll study:
- habitat and ecosystem
- specific habitats and their management
- a landscape approach
- methods for restoring damaged habitats and ecosystems.
In the final part, you’ll cover:
- the national, European and international system of conservation designations
- associated legal frameworks.
We regularly review our modules to incorporate student feedback, staff expertise, as well as the latest research and teaching methodology. We’re planning to run these modules in the academic year 2026/27. However, there may be changes to these modules in response to feedback, staff availability, student demand or updates to our curriculum.
We’ll make sure to let you know of any material changes to modules at the earliest opportunity.
Courses
This module is offered on the following courses: