Advanced Field Research
Environment
A course by
Lincoln University
Gain experience in conception, conduct and communication of field research work using various soil or ecological survey techniques, including a mandatory week-long field trip.
Blended study
This is a mix of online learning & face-to-face sessions
Lincoln University Campus, Lincoln
Core skills this course teaches
Critical assessment of scientific literature
Critically assess scientific literature to understand a problem and formulate a scientific hypothesis.
Conduct research project
Plan and conduct an independent research project in field settings.
Analyze and interpret data
Analyze and interpret research data in different ecological or soil systems.
What You're Signing Up For
This 15-credit course provides hands-on experience in planning, conducting, and communicating field research, focusing on soil or ecological survey techniques. Students critically assess scientific literature, formulate hypotheses, conduct research projects, analyze data, and communicate findings to professional audiences. The course includes a mandatory week-long field trip in late January/early February, requiring on-campus presence for some activities. It is suitable for students with prior level 200 and 300 course credits in related disciplines such as Ecology, Soil Science, Physical Science, or Water Resources Management.
Course Content
- Conception, conduct and communication of field research
- Use of soil or ecological survey techniques
- Critical assessment of scientific literature
- Formulating scientific hypotheses
- Conducting research projects
- Data analysis and interpretation in different systems
- Effective communication of research findings
- Research data management
- Mandatory week-long field trip for practical experience
What you need to know first
Minimum 60 credits from level 200 courses including ECOL (Ecology), SOSC (Soil Science), PHSC (Physical Science), or WATR (Water Resources Management)
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Environmental consultancy
Research and development
Conservation and natural resource management
Future employment opportunities might be
Field researcher
Environmental scientist assistant
Ecological surveyor