Tregonissey Road
St Austell
PL25 4DJ
CORN304
Zoology and Conservation of Aquatic Ecosystems
This module focuses on recent advances in the biology, ecology and conservation of animal life within freshwater and marine environments, and addresses how conservation measures can ensure marine life and the marine environment can be utilised in a sustainable way.
CORN305
Communicating Zoology
In this module you will explore how zoological science is effectively and appropriately communicated to a range of audiences and extend your skills in using a variety of media and evaluating their effectiveness in the delivery of coherent messages.
CORN313
Wildlife Conservation
This module allows students to examine the application of science to the practice of wildlife management and the impact of environmental law and policy on the biological outcomes for threatened species and ecosystems. The module has a strong emphasis on field-based experience with the added knowledge of GIS (Geographical Information Systems) to back up the practical applications, and link into WBL.
CORN327
Impacts of Disease
This module will explore the biology of animal diseases, and the consequences of morbidity for animal welfare & behaviour; husbandry practices in various contexts; biodiversity conservation; and agricultural economies.
CORN3007
Current Issues in Animal Behaviour
To understand why some issues are currently the subject of research in animal behaviour; both in the context of a critical understanding of the adaptive value of behaviour and its applications in zoology; to develop skills in observing and recording animal behaviour.
CORN328
Honours Project
This module allows students to explore in detail an academic subject of their choice. The module comprises a substantial research study element, which includes a literature review, experimental design, the collection, analysis and interpretation of data and report writing.
CORN3006
Applications of Zoology
This module enables students to study and develop ideas related to selected zoological themes relevant to the work place or research situation. The student will explore these themes through the literature seminars and tutorials developing their own research skills
* UK Government announcement on tuition fees
On Monday 4 November 2024, the UK Government announced a proposal to increase tuition fees for home undergraduate students from £9,250 to £9,535 per annum from September 2025 onwards. The University of Plymouth intends to apply this new fee from September 2025. However, implementation of this increase will be subject to parliamentary procedure. This change applies to new students starting their studies in September 2025. For current and returning students, the University is reviewing fees and will update you as soon as possible.
For further information and to apply for this course, please contact the college's admissions team directly using the contact details below.
Tregonissey Road
St Austell
PL25 4DJ
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You are also very welcome to attend a University of Plymouth open day, to get a flavour of the courses you can progress to from a partner college. There will however be limited information on this specific course and college.
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