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DRPS : Course Catalogue : Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies : Veterinary Sciences

Postgraduate Course: Ecosystem Health (VESC11088)

Course Outline
SchoolRoyal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies CollegeCollege of Medicine and Veterinary Medicine
Credit level (Normal year taken)SCQF Level 11 (Postgraduate)
Course typeOnline Distance Learning AvailabilityNot available to visiting students
SCQF Credits10 ECTS Credits5
SummaryThis course provides an introduction into ecosystem health within the wider context of One Health
Course description The health of ecosystems is dependent on their structure and function, and plays a critical role in the health of the human, animal and plant populations they support. This course provides an introduction into ecosystem health within the wider context of One Health. Approaches to defining and assessing ecosystem health are considered and ecosystem function and the role of biodiversity are discussed. The concept of ecosystem services and natural capital are outlined. The science behind resilience is introduced including how it relates to sustainability of social-ecological systems. Current understanding of climate change and its potential impact on human and animal health is introduced. Relevant examples will be used to illustrate common problems and how solutions may be applied.
Entry Requirements (not applicable to Visiting Students)
Pre-requisites Co-requisites
Prohibited Combinations Other requirements None
Course Delivery Information
Academic year 2017/18, Not available to visiting students (SS1) Quota:  None
Course Start Block 3 (Sem 2)
Course Start Date 15/01/2018
Timetable Timetable
Learning and Teaching activities (Further Info) Total Hours: 100 ( Programme Level Learning and Teaching Hours 2, Directed Learning and Independent Learning Hours 98 )
Assessment (Further Info) Written Exam 0 %, Coursework 100 %, Practical Exam 0 %
Additional Information (Assessment) 100% in-course assessment
Feedback Not entered
No Exam Information
Learning Outcomes
On completion of this course, the student will be able to:
  1. Understand ecosystem function including nutrient recycling and the flux of matter.
  2. Understand the concept of ecosystem health including examples of how it may be assessed and measured
  3. Discuss the role of biodiversity in ecosystems and how it relates to ecosystem health and resilience.
  4. Consider the importance of ecosystem health as it relates to human health, animal health and global climate change
  5. Understand what is meant by ecosystem services and natural capital, and be familiar with their practical application.
Reading List
None
Additional Information
Graduate Attributes and Skills Not entered
KeywordsEcosystem health,ecosystem services,sustainability,resilience,biodiversity,climate change
Contacts
Course organiserDr Neil Anderson
Tel: (0131 6)51 7421
Email: Neil.Anderson@ed.ac.uk
Course secretaryMr Michael Winpenny
Tel: (0131 6)50 8825
Email: Michael.Winpenny@ed.ac.uk
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