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Overview
What you will study
To start, the Insects of Oxfordshire course offered by University of Oxford will first get a comprehensive overview of the biology and diversity of insects including the threats facing them followed by a discussion on some of the many ways that insects benefits us including as pollinators, as predators of natural pests and as food for us and our livestock. We finish with a talk on some of the many fascinating insect species we can find in Oxfordshire.
In the afternoon the day becomes practical, first with a brief visit to the Oxford Museum of Natural History to learn more about their insect collection before we collect insects in the University Parks ourselves to learn more about common survey techniques and identify some common garden and parkland insects.
Programme Structure
The program focuses on:
- Diversity and biology of insects
- How insects benefit society
- Notable insects of Oxfordshire
- Visit to the Oxford University Museum of Natural History
- Techniques for surveying insects, Oxford University Parks
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 1 days
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before
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Language
English
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Animal Science View 73 other Short Courses in Animal Science in United KingdomAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
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- Accidents
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Other requirements
General requirements
- No requirements needed.
Tuition Fee
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International
99 GBP/fullTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 99 GBP for the full programme during 1 days. -
National
99 GBP/fullTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 99 GBP for the full programme during 1 days.
- includes tea/coffee
Living costs for Oxford
939 - 1530 GBP /month
Living costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
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