This unit deals with the problem of conserving biodiversity as a whole rather than concentrating on individual species or populations. Lectures discuss the concept of biodiversity, the ethics of conservation, threatening processes, conservation planning, and management options. Tutorials focus on data analysis, biodiversity mapping, conservation planning, and class discussion. -- Course Website
Instructor: Dr David Nipperess
Prerequisites: GSE804 or GSE807 or (Admission to MSc in Biodiversity Conservation or Remote Sensing and GIS or PGDipSc in Biodiversity Conservation or PGCertSc in Biodiversity Conservation or MClimCh or MMarScMgt or MEnv or MWldMgt or PGDipWldMgt)
