Course Content
If you’re interested in wildlife, love the outdoors or just want to understand more about the natural world, this is the course for you!
A mainly knowledge-based course with some practical skills.
By the end of the course you will have an understanding of:
- Basic ecological concepts – populations, communities, succession, food webs
- Ecological techniques – sampling, using keys and quadrats
- Ecosystem and Habitat development
- Species definition, evolution and ‘keystone’ species
- Habitat ecology and conservation
- Conservation in practice
- Environmental Issues and Concerns – species extinction, global warming
- Environmental and Social benefits of the natural world
- The course is taught at Level 2 but no formal qualification is given – tutor can provide an attendance certificate if required
Teaching Methods
- Formal and informal presentations
- Group Discussions
- Input from professionals in the field
- Games and quizzes
Entry Requirements
No knowledge or experience necessary
Key Facts
Venue: Hereford Campus
Dates: 1st May - 3rd July 2019
Day: Wednesday evenings
Time: 6.00pm - 8.00pm (it is hoped that a field trip will be added to one or two of these ssessions for practical experience - To be confirmed)
Course Costs: £75
Please Note: Course fees are subject to change, please call 0800 032 1986 for the latest details.
Contact:
Telephone: 0800 032 1986
Email: enquiries@hlcollege.ac.uk