With a shortage of marine and freshwater scientists in the UK, there’s never been a better time to study to become a future expert in the world of aquatic conservation. So, we’ve designed you a unique course - with the guidance of professional environmental consultants and aquatic scientists - so you can study freshwater and marine conservation together in one degree. **Why Choose University of Cumbria** Your studies at our Ambleside campus will be unrivalled - we're the only UK university with a campus within a national park and in an UNESCO World Heritage Site. So, forget sporadic, end of term field trips and research, you’ll have an abundance of rivers, lakes and coastline on your doorstep to gain plenty of hands-on, practical science throughout every term. - Prepared for employment in conservation, environmental and research fields - Easy access to the waters of the Lake District and coastal ecosystems - Use of up-to-date facilities in our new laboratories - Flexibility to customise your learning and carve your future career by selecting modules - Hone practical, taxonomic and analytical skills to the high-level that future employers will demand - Exciting, international field trips and placements for hands-on experience - Enhance your job prospects thanks to our great contacts with wildlife, water and conservation organisations, such as the Freshwater Biological Society - Taught by tutors involved in international research, which will keep your learning up-to-date - Small class sizes mean we get to know you well and give you close support during your studies - Use of modern learning spaces, lecture theatres and a well-stocked library with Geography resources and journals - Access to excellent on-campus facilities, including a climbing wall You will live and learn close to the shores of Windermere, on our friendly Ambleside campus in the stunning Lake District, where you will be surrounded by a picturesque patchwork of more than 150 lofty peaks, 16 lakes, an abundance of rivers - all home to unique habitats and wildlife. If you have the passion for helping our planet's future, then we’ll help you gain the aquatic environment knowledge, skills and practical experience you need to graduate as a professional aquatic scientist who can make a difference. **Year 1** - You'll build a solid base in scientific, intellectual and investigative skills and knowledge, which will be expanded upon during the rest of the course. **Year 2** - You'll study six modules to give you a fundamental understanding of biodiversity and its conservation. **Year 3** - You'll study the processes controlling the behaviour and characteristics of aquatic habitats, their plants and animals. Plus, there are many opportunities to get on-the-job experience in the field, with a UK or international placement or by volunteering with local conservation organisations. You also get the chance to choose from a range of modules to suit your interests. But, whatever you choose, you will always benefit from laboratory-based teaching to boost your practical and analytical skills, which will enhance your chances of employment So, to become an expert in the conservation world, get started with our unique course.

Year one - Compulsory modules: Core Scientific Skills, Introduction to Conservation Biology, Biodiversity I, Biodiversity II, Ecology, Aquatic Environments. Year two - Compulsory modules: Biodiversity Monitoring, Research Methods and Data Analysis, Freshwater Ecology, Marine Ecology, Evolution and Biogeography. Optional modules (subject to availability and demand): Conservation Genetics, Geographic Information Systems, Animal Behaviour, Conservation Policy, Practice & Philosophy. Year three - Compulsory modules: Dissertation, Management of Aquatic Resources, Conservation in Marine & Freshwater Ecosystems. Optional modules (subject to availability and demand): Fisheries & Aquaculture, Conservation & Society, Behavioural Ecology, Genetic Applications for Conservation, Applied Field Studies, Developing Marine Biodiversity Assessments, Wildlife Management, Advanced Geographic Information Systems, Remote Sensing.

The overarching consideration is to provide assessments which are seen as “for and as learning” rather than simply testing ability and knowledge. The main drivers of this strategy are to:  Provide innovative, challenging and stimulating assessment which will enable you to develop the knowledge and professional skills required for employment  Be student-centered, flexible and modern Be fully supported by, and integrated with, technological approaches such as the Blackboard virtual learning environment (VLE) and electronic portfolio  Impart academic rigour to the teaching and learning processes  Support the development of your independence, autonomy and critical self-reflection  Support different learners’ needs at different stages of development Within a balanced scheme, summative assessment methods may include:  Unseen examinations  Open-book examinations and practical tests  Laboratory reports  Computer-based assessments  Problem solving  Reports on fieldwork and surveys  Critical analysis of case studies  Oral, audio-visual and poster presentations  Dissertations  Research planning  Production of a scientific paper  Peer and self-

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26 January This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Course code: D447

Institution code: C99

Campus Name: Ambleside

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The following entry points are available for this course:

Year 1

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GCSE (or equivalent) in English, Maths and Science at grade C/4 or above is also required.

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Student satisfaction : 88%

Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs): 65%

Go onto work and study: 90%

EU	13250.0	Year 1
England	9250.0	Year 1
Northern Ireland	9250.0	Year 1
Scotland	9250.0	Year 1
Wales	9250.0	Year 1
International	13250.0	Year 1

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