College of Social Sciences and International Studies
Ecology, Environment and Conservation
Module PHL2055 for 2020/1
Module PHL2055 for 2020/1
- Overview
- Aims and Learning Outcomes
- Module Content
- Indicative Reading List
- Assessment
Undergraduate Module Descriptor
PHL2055: Ecology, Environment and Conservation
This module descriptor refers to the 2020/1 academic year.
Module Aims
You will learn about contemporary philosophical issues in ecological science, its relationship with conservation biology, and non-anthropocentric values. You will learn to think critically both about your engagement with the natural environment, and that of scientists and policy-makers, and express those conclusions with care precision. Reading and engaging with the philosophy of ecology, environment and conservation biology will develop your capacities for philosophical analysis and reasoning.
On successfully completing the programme you will be able to: | |
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Module-Specific Skills | 1. demonstrate an understanding of contemporary debates concerning ecology, conservation biology and environmental ethics. 2. critically engage with an ecological case study. |
Discipline-Specific Skills | 3. analyse and critique arguments and positions. 4. synthesize theoretical and empirical information. |
Personal and Key Skills | 5. critically integrate different disciplinary approaches. 6. demonstrate clear, concise writing and analysis. |