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Applied Ecology
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Summary of the Profile
General Description:
Objective(s) of a study programme:
To prepare theoretically competent / strong, critically and creatively thinking specialists in Ecology with an understanding of living nature and its processes, knowledge, and skills in ecology and environmental protection, an understanding of the relationship between organisms and the environment, and a motivated application of the ecological and environmental thinking paradigm in their professional activities in a context of a changing environment and declining biodiversity.
Learning outcomes:
Knowledge and its application. A graduate knows the general fundamental patterns of nature and anthropogenic phenomena, understands the magnitude of their effects and interactions, and is familiar with the methods of studying ecosystems and biodiversity used in complex nature studies.
A graduate is able to describe the fundamental structures of natural systems, the principles of how they function, how they can evolve, and how living organisms adapt to changing environments.
A graduate is able to explain the major local, regional and global environmental problems caused by human activity.
A graduate is able to justify the solution of ecological and environmental problems following the principles of modern life sciences and the principles of ecology based on the knowledge provided by life sciences.
A graduate is able to summarize the main environmental problems and their determinants and potential consequences.
Ability to conduct research. A graduate is able to apply the latest quantitative and qualitative advances and research methods in ecology and other scientific areas.
A graduate is able to identify a research problem in the field of Ecology studies, select and apply methods for its solution, analyze, systematize and summarize research data, formulate conclusions and possible solutions to problems.
A graduate is able to systematize, analyze, and summarize research data, interpret research findings, formulate and defend research conclusions.
Specific skills. A graduate is able to identify and describe herbaceous and woody plants, micro-organisms, fungi, insects, birds and animals, soil types, forest types, and ecological features.
A graduate is able to use databases of ecological data and scientific publications, other sources of information, and analytical and software tools for statistical analysis and environmental research to obtain, analyze and summarize the data needed for professional activities.
A graduate is able to assess the impact of economic activities on ecosystems and species diversity, the condition of air, soil, water, and the impact of environmental factors on human health, select pollution prevention and biodiversity protection measures, apply environmental impact assessment and monitoring systems.
A graduate is familiar with and is able to evaluate socio-economic environmental regulatory measures.
Social skills.A graduate is able to communicate in writing and orally, face-to-face and online, discuss issues constructively with colleagues, responsible institutions, and the public, work in a team, give feedback to communities, and take responsibility.
Personal competences.
A graduate learns and works independently to achieve personal and professional goals and understands the importance of lifelong learning in a changing environment
Activities of teaching and learning:
Implementation of the study program encourages creativity and innovation of teachers with variation and flexibility of active teaching (learning) methods: explanation, presentation of reports (essays), case study, problem-solving, demonstration, project preparation and presentation, information analysis and generalization, watching videos, professional practices, etc.
Methods of assessment of learning achievements:
The accumulative system for the assessment of learning outcomes is applied at the University. Students’ learning outcomes are assessed in midterms, another intermediate assessment tests and examination or defense of students’ works (projects). The final grade integrates the grades of intermediate assessment tests and examination. The examination grade makes 30–60% of the final grade. The structure of the accumulative system is presented in the description of each study course.
Framework:
Study subjects (modules), practical training:
General University study courses - 47 ECTS, courses of the study field -153 ECTS, of which 15 ECTS is allocated for the final thesis; 15 ECTS—educational and professional practice; courses of other study fields - 40 ECTS. Professional practice is carried out in two semesters. Professional practice 1 (5 ECTS) is carried out in the sixth semester: institutions belonging to the State Service for Protected Areas under the Ministry of Environment and Professional practice 2 (10 ECTS) - institutions belonging to the Department of Environmental Protection under the Ministry of Environment.
Specialisations:
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Optional courses:
General University study courses – 44 ECTS
Courses of other study fields – 26 ECTS
Distinctive features of a study programme:
A Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences provides students with a solid foundation of knowledge in life sciences, complemented by studies in ecosystem management and agriculture. The studies are based on comprehensive theory and a high level of practical and applied learning. The studies are designed to educate versatile students with a high level of knowledge about ecosystem sustainability, based on the vital skills required to use climate change-related technologies. Teachers in the Applied Ecology undergraduate program are focused on providing quality knowledge and student growth in a cohort-based learning community. Graduates of the program pursue various careers related to environmental protection, organic farming and climate change or continue their studies at Master level.
Access to professional activity or further study:
Access to professional activity:
Graduates of the field of Ecology can work as teachers in educational institutions (colleges, vocational schools, etc.), researchers in science and study institutions, specialists in high technology, industry, research and development and production companies, analysis, analytics and other fields, create new businesses and work as specialists-ecologists in other ecological or nature protection and economic and management (state) institutions.
Access to further study:
studies at Master level.
