UCAS course code | 0B4X |
Institution code | C78 |
Duration | 3 years |
Course type | Full-time |
Location | Cornwall College (Newquay) |
Course details
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Year 1
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Core modules
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Fundamentals of Biology (CORN1000)
This biology-based module provides students with an understanding of the key biological concepts and practical skills which underpin the study of living organisms.
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Diversity, Classification and Evolution (CORN1002)
This module provides an introduction to the main characteristics of different forms of life on Earth and how they evolved.
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Key Professional Skills (CORN1005)
This module parameterises the internal and external factors that defines the relevant employment sector, providing students with the knowledge and skills to begin positioning themselves professionally within that field. PESTLE factors for the industry will be covered as well as specific personal, professional and employability skills required for both academic study and the workplace
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Ocean Ecology and Conservation (CORN1009)
There has never been a more urgent need to understand the life of our oceans and how this intricately and intrinsically linked to global health and our own well-being. This module aims (in compliment with the global ocean science module) to produce students who understand ocean ecology and are ocean literate by the definitions promoted by UNESCO.
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Global Ocean Science (CORN1010)
The ocean covers 70% of the planet but remains poorly explored and understood. This module aims to explore the physical and chemical interdependencies of the ocean, and the terrestrial sphere. Complementary with the Ocean Ecology and Conservation module, it aims to produce students who can understand and communicate UNESCO ocean literacy principles.
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Marine Survey Techniques (CORN1011)
This module is designed to introduce the skills needed to investigate marine life and habitats safely and responsibly. Theory of effective survey design is taught practically through a series of field, laboratory workshops. These will be reviewed, underpinned with class sessions to develop skills and understanding of survey design, data collection, data handling and analysis. Students will be introduced to the principles of GIS and how to use this to produce maps.
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Year 2
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Core modules
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Research Methods and GIS for Zoology (CORN276)
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Fish Ecology (CORN290)
This module provides an introduction to the biology, population dynamics and behavioural ecology of marine and freshwater fish
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Marine Invertebrates (CORN291)
This module provides an introduction to the biology and ecology of keystone marine invertebrates including cnidarians, molluscs, crustaceans, and echinoderms with particular reference to local species in Cornwall and south-west England. Emphasis will be directed to the major conservation issues surrounding marine invertebrates and their importance within the marine foodweb.
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Marine Vertebrate Biology and Conservation (CORN2018)
This module explores the functional biology of marine vertebrates, focussing especially on key conservation flagship species; elasmobranchs, marine reptiles, birds and marine mammals. A detailed understanding of feeding, physiological and morphological adaptations to the marine environment, locomotion and migration, social and reproductive behaviour will be explored and related to their conservation.
Optional modules
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Marine Conservation in Practice (CORN236)
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Population Genetics and Community Ecology (CORN273)
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Global Conservation Issues (CORN2016)
This module explores the relationship between human societies and the natural environment, focussing on the consequences of anthropogenic activity on biodiversity
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Final year
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Core modules
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Monitoring Marine Ecosystems (CORN316)
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GIS and Marine Environmental Management (CORN317)
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Honours Project (CORN328)
This module allows students to explore in detail an academic subject of their choice. The module comprises a substantial research study element, which includes a literature review, experimental design, the collection, analysis and interpretation of data and report writing.
Optional modules
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Communicating Zoology (CORN305)
In this module you will explore how zoological science is effectively and appropriately communicated to a range of audiences and extend your skills in using a variety of media and evaluating their effectiveness in the delivery of coherent messages.
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Conservation Project Management (CORN314)
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Conservation Genetics (CORN315)
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Marine Pollution and Ecotoxicology (CORN318)
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Applications of Zoology (CORN3006)
This module enables students to study and develop ideas related to selected zoological themes relevant to the work place or research situation. The student will explore these themes through the literature seminars and tutorials developing their own research skills
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Fees, costs and funding
How to apply
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Help & enquiries
- Admission enquiries
- enquiries@cornwall.ac.uk
- +44 8452 232567
Tregonissey Road
St Austell
PL25 4DJ- http://www.cornwall.ac.uk
Open days
Partner college open days
This course is run at one of our partner colleges. Open days are held at the college and more details of these can be found on the college website. You'll find contact details below, on this page.
University of Plymouth open days
You are also very welcome to attend a University of Plymouth open day, to get a flavour of the courses you can progress to from a partner college. There will however be limited information on this specific course and college.
Studying with Cornwall College
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