Introduction to Ecology is a 10-module comprehensive course designed to give you a foundation knowledge of ecological principles. The course is suitable for beginners, but also useful for those with experience in conservation and ecology to gain a deeper understanding of the major topics useful in conservation and ecological consultancy.
Who is the course aimed at?
- Anyone wanting to pursue a career in ecological consultancy or conservation.
- People who want a better understanding of ecological principles.
- Anyone interested in a career in ecology and has a degree in a non-relevant subject (e.g. Geography).
- People who have a relevant degree but have not studied recently and need a refresher course.
Course format: Introduction to Ecology comprises 10 self-study modules. The course material will be available straight away once you have booked and you can work through it in your own time. To further enhance your knowledge and learning experience there will be some directed reading for each module (you must complete this to ensure you get the most out of the course), as well as some quiz questions so that you can test yourself. At the end, there will be a short quiz and if you get over 70% you will receive a Certificate.
Time commitment: There are 10 self-study modules and we advise students to allow 2-4 hours per week to complete each module and to read around the subject.
Learning outcomes: By the end of the course you will have an awareness of the scientific principles in ecology including biotic and abiotic factors affecting individuals and communities, genetics, speciation, population ecology, communities, ecosystems, conservation, landscape history in the UK, site surveying and habitat management for specific species. You will gain a wider knowledge on the subject that will help equip you for jobs in the conservation and ecology sectors.
Core text: Mackenzie, A., Ball, S. and Virdee, S.R. 2001 Instant Notes – Ecology, Bios
We strongly recommend that you purchase this as soon as you enrol.
Module 2
Diversity and Classification
Module 3
Abiotic Interactions and World ecosystems
Module 4
Biotic Interactions and Behavioural Ecology
Module 7
Communities and Ecosystems
Module 9
History of the British Countryside
Module 10
Surveying and Habitat Management
Module 11
Introduction to Ecology END OF COURSE QUIZ
Very interesting course and I learned a lot, was a good mix of different material which kept me engaged
Mixture of teaching methods eg. YouTube, reference reading and quiz questions in each module that forced you to review and consolidate
A great course to get started on Ecology, giving you a taster of a wide range of aspects, yet enough in depth knowledge to feel enriched in the topic. Can’t wait to continue studying!
Great breadth of topics. I loved that you brought up organisations to volunteer with, and useful books.
I liked how the course was split and each module. I liked that there was pictures, graphs and diagrams as well as the text. This course is a great introduction to the world of ecology and a great place to start when looking to change careers.
I loved the inclusion of pictures and graphs.
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The final exam is designed to test whether you have learned the appropriate knowledge and skills during this course. If you take the final exam and do not pass, we encourage you to review the course material and ensure you have read, understood and remembered the lessons. We want you to get the most out of this course and provide you with the knowledge and confidence you need to apply what you learn to your job or career. You may retake the final test once you have revisited the course material.
Yes! We want you to get as much out of this course as possible. We encourage you to refer back to your course materials from time to time to refresh your memory and ensure that you are confident on the subject. Therefore, when you purchase this course, you will have lifetime access to the course materials.
