School Of Social Sciences And PsychologyWildlife TourismWestern Sydney University Unit Code: 101389.2
Discipline: LAND, PARKS AND WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT
Student Contribution Band: 2
Level: 3
Credit Points: 10
Equivalent Units
EH322A - Wildlife Tourism
About this Unit
This unit introduces the basic concepts and theories in wildlife conservation and management and their application to wildlife tourism. It will analyse the good and bad practices of wildlife tourism in Australia and overseas. The direct and indirect impacts of visitor interactions on the behaviour and adaptation of wild animals will be assessed. The unit will also focus on ex situ conservation measures (zoos and aquaria) to determine their contribution to sustainable tourism. The impact of game hunting as a recreational activity will be studied. Relevant national and international treaties and agreements will be studied to determine tourism will be held. Students will learn how to develop strategic management plan on wildlife tourism based on field studies and literature review.
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