4B012B - Wildlife Conservation 01 Sep 2027 - 31 Aug 2033 | Version 0
Associated Module Information
| Module Code: | 4B012B | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Module Title: | Wildlife Conservation | ||
| Faculty: | Faculty of Computing, Engineering and Science | ||
| Faculty Group: | Applied Science | ||
| Faculty Sub Group: | Applied Science | ||
| Module Leader: | Anthony Caravaggi | ||
| Module Team: | |||
| First Intended Intake: | SEP 2027 | Final Year of Intake: | |
| Date Closed: | |||
| Credit Value: | 30 | Credit Level: | 4 |
| Language: | English | ||
| Percentage of Module Taught in Welsh: | 33 | ||
| Equivalent Module: | |||
| HECOS codes: | 101318 - biodiversity conservation | ||
| HECOS Code Weighting: | 100 | ||
Document Version Information
| Version | 0 |
|---|---|
| Valid From | 01 Sep 2027 |
| Valid To | 31 Aug 2033 |
Module Aims
The main aims of the module are:
Aim 1: Develop students’ understanding of wildlife conservation as an applied discipline, embedding principles, frameworks, and trade-offs within hands-on field contexts, where real-world decision-making challenges are explored and experienced directly.
Aim 2: Enable students to interpret and evaluate conservation challenges by linking ecological theory to management strategies, including population interventions, protected area design, and human–wildlife interaction, including via immersive, field-based investigation and practical observation.
Aim 3: Provide experiential learning through field-based engagement with conservation practice, fostering early professional awareness and preparing students for advanced study in conservation management and related disciplines.
Content Summary
This module introduces wildlife conservation as an applied, evidence-driven discipline, combining on-campus teaching with a three-week immersive field course in South Africa. On-campus sessions develop foundational understanding of conservation principles, population dynamics, species interactions, ecosystem processes, and management frameworks, preparing students to interpret real-world challenges and trade-offs in conservation decision-making. Practical sessions prime students for field techniques, ethical practice, and professional conduct.
The field course is central to the module, enabling students to conduct, and evaluate ecological surveys, monitor species and habitats, and engage in reserve management exercises. Students collect and analyse empirical data, apply ecological and conservation theory to management decisions, and develop professional and reflective skills through guided activities and assessments.
By integrating theory and practice, this module bridges Year 1 ecological knowledge with Year 2 Applied Conservation Management, fostering early professional awareness and competence. Students emerge with the ability to critically assess conservation challenges, design evidence-informed interventions, and contribute meaningfully to applied wildlife conservation, forming a strong foundation for advanced study and future professional practice.
Learning and Teaching Methods
| Activity Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Seminar | 22 |
| Workshop / practical | 16 |
| Guided learning | 10.5 |
| Directed study | 39.5 |
| Independent study | 10 |
| Formative assessment – scheduled | 60 |
| Field work | 142 |
| Total Hours Selected | 300 |
Learning Outcomes
| # | Learning Outcome |
|---|---|
| LO1 | Explain key wildlife conservation challenges and evaluate the effectiveness of conservation strategies and management interventions across different ecological and socio-political contexts. |
| LO2 | Apply field-based skills and observational evidence from ecological and conservation settings to interpret wildlife management practices and evaluate conservation decision-making in real-world contexts. |
Module Requisites
N/A
Assessment Criteria
| Assessment Category | Assessment Type | Description | Duration | Word Count | Weight (%) | Best of? | Pass Mark |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asynchronous Assessment | Report 1 | Written Work (Report – student choice) | 0 | 1300 | 30 | No | 40 |
| Asynchronous Assessment | Field Folio 1 | Written Work (Field folio) | 0 | 4500 | 70 | No | 40 |
Assessment Matrix
| Assessment Type | Learning Outcomes | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| LO1 | LO2 | ||
| Report 1 | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Field Folio 1 | ✔ | ✔ | |