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Syllabus

BI1299 Fish and Wildlife Management, 15.0 Credits

Skötsel av vilt- och fiskpopulationer

Subjects

Forest Science Biology Biology Forest science

Education cycle

Master’s level

Modules

Title	Credits	Code
Single module	15.0	0101

Advanced study in the main field

Second cycle, has second-cycle course/s as entry requirements
Master’s level (A1F)

Grading scale

Language

English

Prior knowledge

Knowledge at basic level equivalent to 120 credits including

- 60 credits Biology including 15 credits Ecology or

- 60 credits Forest Science including 15 credits Ecology or

- 60 credits Natural Resource Management including 15 credits Ecology or

- 60 credits Environmental Sciences including 15 credits Ecology

and advanced courses equivalent to

- 15 credits Forest Sciences or

- 15 credits Biology or

- 15 credits environmental sciences

and

- English 6

Objectives

The aim of the course is for students to acquire knowledge needed for the sustainable mangement of fish and wildlife with a focus on harvested fish, mammals and birds.

After completion of the course the student should be able to:

• Efficiently find, critically evaluate, and synthesize published material from scientific and management sources, identify any gaps in the data needed for sound management and plan the research to get it.

• Plan the sustainable management of fish and wildlife species based on a consideration of their population biology, habitat requirements, predation, harvest, the goals of society, and other aspects.

• Communicate recommendations for the management of fish or wildlife populations at a level appropriate for professional managers and scientists.

• Effectively communicate their management recommendations and the basis for them to the public.

Content

Through lectures and case studies, and the literature, students will acquire knowledge of the field of fish and wildlife management with a focus on the sustainable harvest of fish, mammals and birds. Assigned readings focus on the biology of the species scrutinised as case studies. Habitat management and restoration, harvesting scenarios, predators, migration, and current harvesting approaches are covered for selected species, as is the role of humans in adaptive resource management.

Students will receive training in efficiently finding the information needed for management of fish and wildlife populations. Field excursions illuminate selected problems in current management or habitat restauration. Literature studies based on selected readings are important means of learning throughout the course. The course includes realistic exercises designed to help students develop proficiency in both oral and written communication to the public as well as to professionals because all four are needed for successful management of fish and wildlife populations. Seminars, labs,exercises and study visits may be compulsory.

Grading form

The grade requirements within the course grading system are set out in specific criteria. These criteria must be available by the course start at the latest.

Formats and requirements for examination

Approved written examination and approved participation in compulsory exercises.

• If a student has failed an examination, the examiner has the right to issue supplementary assignments. This applies if it is possible and there are grounds to do so.

• The examiner can provide an adapted assessment to students entitled to study support for students with disabilities following a decision by the university. Examiners may also issue an adapted examination or provide an alternative way for the students to take the exam.

• If this syllabus is withdrawn, SLU may introduce transitional provisions for examining students admitted based on this syllabus and who have not yet passed the course.

• For the assessment of an independent project (degree project), the examiner may also allow a student to add supplemental information after the deadline for submission. Read more in the Education Planning and Administration Handbook.

Other information

• The right to participate in teaching and/or supervision only applies for the course instance the student was admitted to and registered on.

• If there are special reasons, students are entitled to participate in components with compulsory attendance when the course is given again. Read more in the Education Planning and Administration Handbook.

Additional information

Lectures, seminars, computer exercises, group and individual assignments, and literature studies are used, of which some can be compulsory.



The course is a part of the Master’s Programme in the Management of Fish and Wildlife Populations and is also open to other students.



Students following the Forest Science programme at SLU meet the requirements of 15 credits in Ecology by the courses given over the first two years of the programme. The requirement of 15 credits in Ecology can also be met by the course SG0251 Forest Ecology 15 credits.



SLU is environmentally certified according to ISO 14001. A large part of our courses cover knowledge and skills that contribute positively to the environment. To further strengthen this, we have specific environmental goals for the education. Students are welcome to suggest actions regarding the course’s content and implementation that lead to improvements for the environment. For more information, see webpage www.slu.se.

Responsible department

Department of Wildlife, Fish, & Environmental Studies