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 Discussion
- Input from professionals in the field
- Games and Quizzes
Entry Requirements
No knowledge or experience necessary.
Key Facts
Venue: Herefordshire & Ludlow College, Folly Lane Campus
Level: Beginners
Tutor: Karen Roberts
Dates: 1st May - 3rd July
Length of Course: 10 weeks
Attendance: Wednesday // 18:00 - 20:00 (We hope to do a field visit on one or two of these sessions for practical experience – tbc.)
Fee: £75.00
Please Note: Course fees are subject to change, please call 0800 032 1986 for the latest details.
Contact
Telephone: 0800 032 1986
Email: admissions@hlcollege.ac.uk