University of Galway

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Course Modules

Semester 2 | Credits: 5

This module outlines habitat management, the differences are between habitat management, creation and restoration; why and when each is necessary. It assesses philosophical and ethical approaches to habitat management, creation and restoration. Principles of habitat management are summarised in relation to the objectives of common management techniques, with special reference to management for a number of different taxa. Students will assess the effectiveness of measures to create, manage and restore specific grasslands, wetlands, woodlands, aquatic and coastal habitats.

Learning Outcomes
  1. Differentiate between habitat management and habitat restoration strategies for a range of habitats
  2. Assess the effectiveness of habitat management strategies for different habitat types
  3. Develop habitat management guidelines
  4. Identify and evaluate best practice habitat restoration strategies
  5. Critique habitat creation strategies to compensate for habitat lost to development or to develop linkages as part of a climate change adaptation measure
Assessments
  • Continuous Assessment (100%)
Teachers
Reading List
  1. "Habitat Management for Conservation. A Handbook of Techniques. Techniques in Ecology and Conservation Series." by Ausden, M.
    Publisher: Oxford University Press
  2. "Overview of methods to create and enhance farmland habitats in Ireland. Research report for Research Stimulus Report." by Carlin, C., Finn, J.A., O’hUallachain, D. and Gormally, M.
    Publisher: NUIG and Teagasc
  3. "Managing habitats for conservation." by Sutherland, W. & Hill, D.
    Publisher: Cambridge University Press. Cambridge.
  4. "Guidelines for Management Planning of Protected Areas." by Thomas, L. & Middleton, J.
    Publisher: IUCN Gland, Switzerland and Cambridge, UK.
The above information outlines module EV528: "Habitat Creation, Management and Restoration" and is valid from 2023 onwards.
Note: Module offerings and details may be subject to change.