Overview

The unit provides a broad introduction to ecology and environmental management at the interface between science and policy. It is suitable for those looking to understand how policy works in practice to best further their professional careers. No prior ecological experience is required. Through Australian and international case studies, the … For more content click the Read More button below.

Offerings

S2-01-CLAYTON-BLOCK-ON

Rules

Enrolment Rule

Contacts

Chief Examiner(s)

Dr Ruth Lane

Unit Coordinator(s)

Dr Ruth Lane

Notes

IMPORTANT NOTICE:
Scheduled teaching activities and/or workload information are subject to change in response to COVID-19, please check your Unit timetable and Unit Moodle site for more details.

This unit has a domestic field trip component but will not incur any additional cost.

Learning outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, you should be able to:
1.

Explain key concepts in landscape ecology, including resilience and connectivity;

2.

Apply these concepts in real-world environmental contexts;

3.

Understand the role of expertise in shaping policy design and implementation;

4.

Critically evaluate the interaction between governance approaches and their realisation in practice in terms of sustainability outcomes.

Assessment summary

Within semester assessment: 100%

Assessment

1 - Module 1 Field Trip Diary (stormwater)
2 - Module 1 report
3 - Module 2 Field Trip Diary (biodiversity offsetting)
4 - Module 2 Report - Biodiversity offsetting

Scheduled and non-scheduled teaching activities

Seminars
Workshops

Workload requirements

Workload

Availability in areas of study

Environment and governance