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Current theory and practice of silviculture will be covered in five themes to allow you to explore the science of establishing, maintaining, thinning and regenerating forests.
Weekly lectures will consolidate knowledge on the growth and development of single trees and of whole forest ecosystems.
Discussions during the lectures will encourage inquiry and informed argument.
One main assignment on a real forest scenario will allow you to demonstrate individual thought and analysis.Study Type | Undergraduate | Level | 3 |
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Term | First Term | Credit Points | 15 credits (7.5 ECTS credits) |
Campus | None. | Sustained Study | No |
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This course runs in weeks 13-17, and is scheduled in Thread 2, so may have contact hours in any or all of these times: Mondays, 14-18; Tuesday, all day; Friday, 14-18. If this is an optional course, there may also be contact hours on Wednesdays, 9-11.
Information on contact teaching time is available from the course guide.
1st Attempt: Assessment is based on one 3-hour written examination. Four questions out of 8 (80% of overall mark) and one essay (20% of overall mark). Resit: Similar to 1st attempt, with continuous assessment mark(s) and /or exam mark carried forward with an opportunity to resit either or both, depending on what was failed in the first attempt.
Formative assessment will be provided during this interaction and during student-led discussions and tutor-led tutorials. A strong emphasis will be made throughout the course on informal verbal feedback during seminar and workshop sessions.
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