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.