Biological Diversity
Biology
A course by
Lincoln University
An undergraduate course that examines the importance of biodiversity to the natural world and society, including the roles that organisms play in functioning ecosystems.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
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Describe the importance of biological diversity to ecosystem function and human welfare
Understand how biodiversity supports natural systems and benefits people.
Explain biodiversity and conservation relationships
Articulate how conservation efforts relate to sustaining biological diversity.
Analyze global biodiversity patterns
Identify why some areas have higher or more unique biodiversity, and implications for conservation.
What You're Signing Up For
This course explores the significance of biodiversity for ecosystem function and human welfare, analyzes the relationship between biological diversity and conservation, addresses the global biodiversity crisis, and develops skills in identifying and monitoring Aotearoa-New Zealand's native and naturalized flora and fauna. Students will also learn ecological data management and scientific reporting.
Course Content
- Biodiversity and ecosystem function
- Human welfare and biodiversity
- Biodiversity and conservation
- Global distribution of biodiversity
- Endemism and biodiversity conservation strategies
- Global biodiversity crisis
- Identification of native and naturalized birds, invertebrates, mammals, and plants in New Zealand
- Monitoring methods for birds, invertebrates, mammals, and plants
- Ecological data management using spreadsheets and web systems
- Scientific literature research in ecology
- Scientific report writing
- Economic, social, and environmental value of biodiversity
- Consequences of biodiversity loss
What you need to know first
A minimum of 60 credit points from specified courses
Any level 100 course
Any level 200 course
Any level 300 course
Restriction: Biological Diversity, BIOS-211
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Environmental Management
Biological Sciences
Conservation
Future employment opportunities might be
Biodiversity monitoring roles
Conservation organizations
Wildlife/ecology research
Environmental consulting
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