Munster Technological University: Munster Technological University (MTU) is an innovative and forward-thinking institution located in Cork, Ireland. It is the result of a merger between Cork Institute of Technology and Institute of Technology Tralee. MTU offers a diverse range of programs in engineering, science, business, art and design, and more. The university focuses on practical learning, industry collaborations, and research that addresses real-world challenges. With a student-centered approach, MTU provides students with a supportive environment, state-of-the-art facilities, and opportunities for professional development. It aims to equip graduates with the skills and knowledge required to succeed in their chosen careers and contribute to societal and economic development.

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Wildlife Biology is the study of the natural environment, the living things in it, and their interactions. This MTU programme, unique in Ireland, prepares you for a variety of roles (lab, field and desk-based) in research, biodiversity, conservation and land use management. Based in the stunning and wildlife rich county of Kerry, the course attracts students from across Ireland, Europe and beyond. The first two years are common with MT 680 Higher Certificate in Biological and Environmental Studies. Zoology, Botany, Ecology and Microbiology (in year 2) offer a wide and deep understanding of living things. Outdoor education modules provide skills to work and navigate safely in wild and remote environments, and include a Certificate in Remote Emergency Care. A module on Geographical Information Systems provides experience in the new industry standard for management of spatial data. Habitat Studies, Species Identification and a Wildlife Expedition in year 3 provide practical and applied skills. Research modules (including group Ecology project and individual final year thesis) facilitate development of skills in desk and field data collation, analysis and presentation. Modules in Environmental Protection, Biodiversity, Conservation and Habitat Conservation Management prepare for a career supporting the sustainable transition of society and economy to battle the biodiversity and climate crises. With weekly fieldtrips, in a variety of aquatic, upland and remote habitats in Co. Kerry and beyond, you need to be reasonably fit, and prepared for all weathers and rough terrain. Show less

Courses (Preview)
Introduction to Wildlife Biology
Principles of Ecology
Wildlife Conservation and Management
Wildlife Population Dynamics
Wildlife Habitat Management
Ornithology (Study of Birds)
Mammalogy (Study of Mammals)
Herpetology (Study of Reptiles and Amphibians)
Ichthyology (Study of Fish)
Wildlife Behavior and Ethology
Wildlife Research Techniques
Wildlife and Fisheries Law and Policy
Wildlife Disease and Parasitology
GIS and Remote Sensing in Wildlife Biology
Wildlife Field Techniques and Survey Methods
Wildlife Ecology and Landscape Analysis
Wildlife and Society
Conservation Genetics
Wildlife Rehabilitation and Conservation Education

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You will need to book the accommodation after you have been accepted.

You can choose to live on campus or off campus in private accommodation.

How to book:

• Make a booking online after you have been accepted (in this case please let us know your choice when you apply).
• Register when you arrive - its not possible to reserve a room before arriving. You can arrive a few days before and book it

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