First Semester

Purpose of the Course

This course emphasizes science literacy and critical thinking through the study of biological diversity. This course will also provide an understanding that our survival depends on biodiversity and its conservation.  It is prudent to know that the extent and complexity of the study of biodiversity and its management make it necessary an interdisciplinary approach that mixes biological, political, social and economic sciences. Nevertheless, at the present there seems to be a general consensus about the great value of biodiversity, and its conservation has become a global priority. Those with a solid background in this field and the skills to identify strategies to preserve diversity from new perspectives are professionals in demand.

Purpose of the Course 

The course is to equip students with the concepts in CBNRM and community development.   To explore how communities can utilize natural resources for their development and conservation of the natural resources