Part-Time BSc (Hons) LANDSCAPE MANAGEMENT (COUNTRYSIDE)
Bachelor's degree
In Kent
Description
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Type
Bachelor's degree
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Location
Kent
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Duration
1 Year
Building on the skills developed through the foundation degree, this one year top up programme encourages students to develop management skills through the study of ecology, conservation and countryside policy. You will gain an understanding of policy and planning issues and benefit from real life practical experiences through visiting a range of nature reserves, areas of outstanding natural.
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About this course
160 UCAS points: 2 A levels at Grade C or above or a National Diploma at PMM or equivalent in appropriate subjects.
Additional Experience
Life experiences are taken into account when considering application.
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Course programme
Building on the skills developed through the foundation degree, this one year top up programme encourages students to develop management skills through the study of ecology, conservation and countryside policy. You will gain an understanding of policy and planning issues and benefit from real life practical experiences through visiting a range of nature reserves, areas of outstanding natural beauty and specialist conservation sites. Utilising a variety of different resources - including geographical information systems - by the end of the programme you will be confident in problem solving and possess the necessary technical expertise for a successful career.
UCAS Course Code: K301 H BSc/LMC1
Entry Requirements
160 UCAS points: 2 A levels at Grade C or above or a National Diploma at PMM or equivalent in appropriate subjects.
Additional Experience
Life experiences are taken into account when considering application.
Location
Hadlow
Course Duration
Full time: 1 years, 2 days per week. Part time: 2 years, 1 day per week.
Course Content
Year 3
- Environmental impact assessment
- Professional studies
- Ecological statistics
- Habitat restoration
- Countryside management project
- Geographical information systems
- Landscape management plans
Assessment Method
Coursework (investigative projects, presentations and seminar delivery) as well as end of year written examinations.
Progression Routes
Successful students may progress onto a related MSc or PhD programme. Alternatively, the programme provides students with the necessary skills for a range of career options including Country Park Manager, Area Reserves Manager, Countryside Ranger and Conservation Officer.
Specialist Equipment Needed
Protective clothing and footwear are essential.
Part-Time BSc (Hons) LANDSCAPE MANAGEMENT (COUNTRYSIDE)