Conservation And Management Of Protected Areas - MSc - Full time

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Conservation And Management Of Protected Areas - MSc - Full time

Edinburgh Napier University
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This course is designed to provide training that encompasses a wide range of theory and the necessary skills for people who currently manage protected areas or who seek such careers. In addition the course is relevant for careers such as guides, outfitters, concessionaires, researchers and enforcement officers who also require training in the operational management of National Parks.

This course has been designed to help you pursue a career as a professional wildlife manager. You'll gain a detailed critical knowledge of theory required to conserve natural areas as well as the opportunity to study techniques used to monitor, control and/or encourage population growth of native species. This k…

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This course is designed to provide training that encompasses a wide range of theory and the necessary skills for people who currently manage protected areas or who seek such careers. In addition the course is relevant for careers such as guides, outfitters, concessionaires, researchers and enforcement officers who also require training in the operational management of National Parks.

This course has been designed to help you pursue a career as a professional wildlife manager. You'll gain a detailed critical knowledge of theory required to conserve natural areas as well as the opportunity to study techniques used to monitor, control and/or encourage population growth of native species. This knowledge and the related skills will enable you to provide innovative leadership through an awareness of the greater picture as well as the specific aspects of animal and habitat management. You will be able to critically appraise information as it is acquired, assess its relevance and use it to make informed decisions at both a local and strategic level. You'll also undertake a research project of your choosing which could be conducted in association with research institutions or field stations in the UK, Europe or further afield. This course will advance your knowledge of specialist areas and develop new professional skills to a high level. You'll be able to deal with complex issues in wildlife management, make informed judgements and communicate your conclusions clearly to professional audiences. You will also gain transferable skills in problem solving, planning, leadership, team work and time management. Relevant employment opportunities include: Working for conservation organisations (at regional, national and international levels) Managing reserves Consultancy View Full Screen

What's involved This course is studied on a full-time basis over 1 year which is split into 3 trimesters. You'll learn through a combination of lectures, tutorials, field work and independent study. During Trimester 1 (Oct – Jan) you will study 3 taught modules: Humans and Wildlife, Scientific Methods, Wildlife Management. During Trimester 2 (Feb – early May) you will study a further 3 taught modules: Evolution & Taxonomy, Management of Aquatic Protected Areas, Field and Laboratory Skills - note this module culminates in a 2 week Scottish based field course in May, where a wide range of practical skills are consolidated. A nominal charge may be associated with this course.. Each of these taught modules is worth 20 credits. Gaining 60 and 120 credits will make you eligible for a Postgraduate Certificate and a Postgraduate Diploma respectively. DuringTrimester 3 (~May – Aug) you will undertake an independent research project worth 60 credits. On successful completion of this you will be awarded your MSc. Note that those choosing a January start will study tri 2 modules, have the summer (tri 3) free, study tri 1 modules and then undertake their project during tri 2 of the following year so you should be aware that the course takes longer to complete.

Requirements at a glanceEntry to the courseYou'll need an honours degree or equivalent in ecology, wildlife biology, geography, acquatic or terrestrial biology, zoology, conservation management, agriculture or land management.Alternatively, you may have a degree equivalent qualification or a degree without Honours plus appropriate experience.Fees Table2012/3 2013/4 Scotland £3,750 £3,750 European Union £3,750 £3,750 Rest of UK £3,750 £3,750 Overseas £12,030 £12,510 Fees displayed are correct at the time of publication but the University Court reserves the right to make changes in fees at any time, and without notice, before or after the student's admission to the University.Tuition fees are reviewed annually and will rise each year during your programme of study, at least in line with inflation.

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