Med Ecol & Behav Field Course (C7142)
Mediterranean Ecology and Behaviour Field Course
Module C7142
Module details for 2022/23.
15 credits
FHEQ Level 5
Module Outline
For this module, you visit an ecological site in the Mediterranean and carry out field work. The Mediterranean phylogeographic region includes a diversity of habitats that contrast markedly with those found in the UK, and contain very different flora and fauna. Experience of a variety of environments is essential for a good understanding of the ecology of biodiversity and the selection forces driving its evolution. Experience of carrying out research in novel environments is also an essential part of learning to be a field biologist or ecologist. On completion of this module, students should be able to design and carry out simple ecological or behavioural field research projects, using the flora or fauna of a Mediterranean field site as their study system. Students will develop research proposals, conduct field work, analyse their data, and present their findings both in written form and in the form of a research seminar
Pre-Requisite
If this module is opened up to Ecology students, the pre-requisite for them would be F8509 Quantitative and Analytical Skills (instead of Research Methods for Biology).
Module learning outcomes
Be able to design and carry out simple ecological or behavioural field experiments, including the statistical analysis of data.
Demonstrate knowledge and critical understanding of the application and limitations of different statistical methods for analysis of field biology data.
Demonstrate an ability to locate, research and synthesise accurately and succinctly the primary scientific literature.
Be able to effectively communicate the results, analysis and conclusions from ecological or behavioural field experiments in written and oral form.
| Type | Timing | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Coursework | 100.00% | |
| Coursework components. Weighted as shown below. | ||
| Report | A2 Week 3 | 70.00% |
| Media | PS2 Week 1 | 30.00% |
Timing
Submission deadlines may vary for different types of assignment/groups of students.
Weighting
Coursework components (if listed) total 100% of the overall coursework weighting value.
| Term | Method | Duration | Week pattern |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring Semester | Lecture | 3 hours | 10001000100 |
| Spring Semester | Laboratory | 1 hour | 00000001000 |
How to read the week pattern
The numbers indicate the weeks of the term and how many events take place each week.
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