Course overview
The course provides theoretical understanding and practical implications of the ecology and restoration of freshwater habitats with a focus on hydrology, nutrient cycles, aquatic biota and food webs.
Course learning outcomes
- Improve understanding on structures and functioning of freshwater systems under changing environmental and climate conditions
- Improve understanding of habitat requirements of aquatic communities and water quality to implement informed management and restoration of freshwater systems
- Acquire skills on monitoring, assessment and modelling of water quality, aquatic biodiversity and ecosystem integrity
- Acquire skills on conceptualising, documenting and reporting research questions, data and findings taking international research in this field into account
- Develop skills in working in a team environment
Degree list
The following degrees include this course