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Syllabus

BI1317 Conservation biology, 7.5 Credits

Naturvårdsbiologi

Subjects

Environmental Science Biology

Education cycle

Bachelor’s level

Modules

Title	Credits	Code
Writtem exam	4.5	0102
Seminar	1.5	0103
Project	1.5	0104

Advanced study in the main field

First cycle, has at least 60 credits in first-cycle course/s as entry requirements
Bachelor’s level (G2F)

Grading scale

Language

Swedish

Prior knowledge

60 credits in biology of which 7,5 credits in ecology

Objectives

The aim of this course is to give the students knowledge about the theories that are used in conservation biology, and how they are used in conservation work and research.

After the course has ended the student should be able to:

• State how ecological theories and processes in population ecology, population genetics, community ecology and landscape ecology are used in conservation biology.

• Apply ecological theories on specific question within conservation biology.

• Give account for existing large threats for species, ecosystems and biodiversity.

• Explain how one can work with preserving, managing and increasing biological diversity.

• Discuss different perspectives in conservation biology (the diversity of stakeholders and their positions, and what this can mean for the conservation work).

Content

The course combines theoretical and practical components and includes lectures, practical exercises, seminars and project work. In computer exercises the students will be able to apply and deepen their knowledge. In seminars scientific understanding, critical reviewing and critical thinking is trained. Mandatory components are seminars and project work.

The course gives the student knowledge that is needed for future work in the conservation biology sector as well as for future academic studies. The course focuses on 1) the scientific basis for conservation biology, 2) the ecological theories that are used in conservation biology, 3) global biodiversity and global threats, 4) different perspectives held by different parties in conservation biology work.

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

Passed written exam, approved oral participation in seminars, approved hand-in assignments from seminars, approved oral presentations of project work.

• 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

The content of this course complements the course (#07091) Applied conservation biology, 15 credits, but the courses can also be done separately.

Responsible department

Department of Ecology