Course: Conservation Biology (3201-581)

Persons:

• apl ProfDr Martin Dieterich (verantwortlich)
• Prof. Dr. Frank Schurr (verantwortlich)
• PD Dr. Christine Sheppard (begleitend)

Type of Course:

lecture with seminar and excursion

In-Class Hours Per Week:

5

Contents:

This mandatory module of the MSc Landscape Ecology includes lectures, seminars and excursions. Lectures cover the theoretical basics of conservation biology and are tailored to questions and problems characterizing central or western European habitats and cultural landscapes. Seminars will cover current issues of conservation biology. Topics will consider specific requests from students. Excursions will include visits to counties, district and state conservation administrations, applied research institutions and NGOs.

This module aims to provide a sound knowledge on conservation problems characterizing the situation in southern Germany. This includes knowledge on global, EU and federal frameworks. Basics of conservation planning will also be part of the lectures.

Emphasis is given to active student participation and student input (mainly seminars and excursions). Protocols from excursions and to a limited extent presentations can be accomplished as group work strengthening competencies in producing joint output.

The course is considered a pre-requisite for professional activities in conservation administrations, conservation organizations and consultancies.

Location:

-siehe Freitext

Module:

• 3201-580 Conservation Biology (compulsory)

eLearning:

Course in ILIAS