Course: Biodiversity Skills: Animal Monitoring and Management

This beginner course will make use of in-person learning to introduce you to skills and knowledge needed for a successful career in ecological consultancy, specifically related to faunal surveys.

What will this course cover?

• Why faunal surveys are undertaken, and what species are typically the focus of surveys
• How to collect data and develop an understanding of how it is used
• Examples of field survey techniques for certain species/groups of species
• Field session to practice looking for field signs

This beginner course will prepare you for undertaking faunal surveys – a crucial skill when starting your ecological career. You will become familiar with the subjects of these faunal surveys in the UK, and develop an understanding of why they are important.

By the end of this course, you will:

• Have an understanding of which species of animals are the focus of faunal surveys and why.
• Have a broad understanding of the different types of faunal surveys routinely undertaken.
• Have obtained some practical ID skills in relation to specific groups/species, focused on the faunal surveys typically needed for a career in ecological consultancy.
• Have practiced some of the skills learnt in relation to specific groups/species dependent on the location of the course and availability of field sites nearby.

This course is eligible for a student discount. If you are a current student, please use the discount code BioStudent20 at checkout for 20% off.

Please refer to the Field Studies Council website for further information and to book.