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Postgraduate
We
regret that this programme has been withdrawn and is no longer being
offered by distance learning through the University of London.
The University does however offer Postgraduate level study in
Agricultural Economics;
Applied Environmental Economics;
Environmental Management;
Managing Rural Development;
Poverty Reduction: Policy and
Practice; and Sustainable Development.
These programmes have been developed by the Centre for Development,
Environment and Policy which is part of the School of Oriental and
African Studies - SOAS.
MSc,
Postgraduate Diploma/Certificate in Biodiversity Conservation and Management
About this programme
The survival of the Earth's
biological diversity is under continuous threat from habitat loss and
the over-exploitation of natural resources. It has been estimated that
a significant proportion of all species could become extinct in the
short to medium term. This programme addresses the urgent need to conserve
global biodiversity for the benefit of future generations.
Programme aims
The programme gives students the opportunity
to develop:
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a
broad understanding of biological diversity at species, genetic
and ecosystem levels
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the ability and confidence to formulate effective management policies
and conservation strategies
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the
skills required to manage in situ and ex situ
animal and plant conservation projects
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a basic understanding of breeding and biotechnology and the ways
in which genetic resources are utilised
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an
awareness of the ethical and moral issues involved in the conservation
and utilisation of biological resources
Programme summary
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You study
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Study period
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Cost (2009)
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| MSc |
10 modules
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2-5 years |
£8,700 |
| Diploma |
8 modules |
2-5 years |
£6,815 |
| Certificate |
4 modules |
1-5 years |
£3,570 |
| Short courses
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Single
modules are ideal if you're keen to update your
professional knowledge, enhance your career or sample
the programme. Short course students who subsequently
register for either the MSc or Postgraduate Diploma will
be credited with any modules completed successfully. In
2009, the fee per module is £925. |
Career progression
Graduates of
this course will typically find work as biodiversity or agro-biodiversity
specialists in the following fields:
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NGOs dealing
with diversity loss in areas designated as conservation
priorities
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government
ministries implementing CBD agreements
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international
organisations concerned with biodiversity issues, sustainable
agriculture and rural development
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consultancy
work within the arena of biodiversity and agro-biodiversity
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applied
research and teaching in institutions of research and higher
education.
Comprehensive
study materials and support
For each
module the University will send you detailed study guides,
textbooks and supplementary study materials which may include
audio and/or videotapes and computer software. Tutorial
support is via an online learning environment and tutor-marked
assignments. Increasing numbers of students participate
in electronic seminars and other networked activities. This
allows for a range of contacts and peer-learning possibilities
that will help to enrich the distance learning experience.
Your
time commitment
The study
time required for each module is, on average, 7-8 hours
per week over a period of 30-31 weeks
(plus 4-5 weeks for revision).
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Summary of key dates |
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Application deadline |
31 October |
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Registration deadline |
1
January |
| Programme
starts |
February |
| Examinations
take place |
October |
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