6SU360 Human dimension in ecosystem management
Introduce the student to general theories and methods of social sciences applicable in wildlife management.
A basis for understanding the human dimension of natural resource management, and provide: An overall understanding of the multidisciplinary aspects of applied ecology in general, and the social scientific aspects of ecosystem management in particular; Appreciation of social, cultural and economic values of ecosystems; Insights into the conflicts in ecosystem management: their source and solutions; Insight of major social scientific disciplines and their approach to ecosystem management; Case studies and examples of the use of HD research and approaches to ecosystem management.
| Taught in English. Lectures, seminars, readings and discussions. |
| A written exam. Grading according to ECTS-system on scale A – E for passed, and F for failed. |







