Module: BIO6111-20 Marine Biology and Conservation

Credit Value: 20

Module Tutor Dr Ralph Thompson

Module Tutor Contact Details:  r.thompson@bathspa.ac.uk

1. Brief description and aims of module:

This module aims to provide students with an understanding of global marine ecosystems and organisms and the interactions between these and human societies. We will then consider the threats faced by marine ecosystems and conservation efforts can mitigate these.

 2. Outline syllabus

We will cover topics such as:

• Global marine patterns

• Benthic communities

• Pelagic communities

• Coral reef communities

• Marine mammals

• Marine animal behaviour

• The physiology of marine life

• Threats to marine ecosystems

• Human interactions with marine environments

3. Teaching and learning activities

Teaching will be provided through lectures, seminars, field trips and directed self-study/practice.

Assessment Item 1:

• Assessment Type: CW

• Description: Report on field trip (3500 word equivalent)

• % Weighting: 70%

Assessment Item 2:

• Assessment Type: CW

• Description: Creative project responding to field trip experience (1500 word equivalent)

• % Weighting: 30%