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Why should we conserve biodiversity? Indeed, what is it? This module looks at levels and patterns of biodiversity and how they are measured using estimators & indices. You will use R to carry out biodiversity measurement and consider how to use such data to prioritise areas for protection. You will study aspects of conservation biology such as speciation and extinction and debate the challenges around reintroduction programmes and conservation in the face of climate change.

Upon completion of this module you will be able to:
LO1: Critically assess the value and practicalities of conserving areas.
LO2: Evaluate literature, data collection and analysis methods within the fields of biodiversity and conservation.
LO3: Utilise R to analyse data, calculate biodiversity indices and effectively present results; demonstrate effective discrimination, appraisal and interpretation.
LO4: evaluate a biodiversity dataset and justify practical and effective conservation recommendations.