Course: Biodiversity Net Gain for Reviewers - Online

Gain a better understanding of Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG). Join us as we explore what to expect and how to interpret the Metric when reviewing Biodiversity Net Gain.

This four-week course equips participants with the skills required to understand the principles of BNG and have an awareness of what goes into the Metric. You will learn valuable hands-on experience inputting data into the Metric, interpreting its outcomes, understanding its limitations, and discussing real-life case studies. Participants will be given an overview of BNG legislation, its purpose, and what to expect during a BNG project. This course is ideal for those who review BNG reports and the Metric such as Planners, Developers and Landscape Architects.

What will be covered during this course?

• Biodiversity Net Gain rationale and purpose
• Understanding the Metric
• Interpreting the Metric
• Legislation and best practice

This course does not cover completing River Condition Assessments.

By the end of the course, you will:

• Have a greater awareness of Biodiversity Net Gain, its purpose and limitations
• Know what you should expect when receiving the Metric and BNG Report
• Have a greater understanding of the Metrics outputs and how net gain can be achieved
• Be aware of the legislation and best practice guidance associated with BNG.

This is a 4-week online course covering 4 topics, for which you will complete a variety of online resources and activities. As part of the course you will get first-hand experience of working through a metric from baseline to post-development and inputting data on your own in relation to a case study – this will commence from week one and will be ongoing throughout the course. Each topic is concluded with an interactive Zoom workshop to complement the content. Prior to the weekly webinar participant will be provided reading material as well as practical exercises. The material should take approximately 4-5 hours to work through in addition to the 45min webinar.

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

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