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This course provides training in the basic skills required for conservation research, through internship within a research group in the School of Biological Earth and Environmental Sciences. The internship will provide intensive, hands on training in aspects of scientific research relevant to conservation, and may include: a) experimental design; b) literature searches; c) field and lab techniques; d) data analysis and modeling; e) scientific writing. Assessment is based on attendance in the lab and field, development of analytical and presentation skills, and a substantial literature review. The review topic will be selected by the student in consultation with the Academic Supervisor and/or Course Authority, and will cover a topic relevant to the research group, or a species or ecosystem the research group is studying.

Each student must develop their own program in consultation and collaboration with the Academic supervisor and their laboratory, involving exposure to a broad cross-section of the elements involved in scientific research. This could include interaction with municipal and state government, community groups and appropriate industry bodies for possible projects. The program requires attendance at weekly school seminars during term, and a limited number of classes aimed at developing research skills.

BIOS9231 Research Internship in Marine Terrestrial Conservation is taught over two consecutive terms, students must enrol in 6UoC per term to complete total enrollment units of 12UoC. The student is expected to seek potential supervision, typically after completing the surpervisor’s course. Enrolment is subject to School Consent, please contact the course authority for more information.