Centre of Excellence – Birdwatching Diploma Course

Centre of Excellence – Birdwatching Diploma CourseWhat Will You Learn?Grab your binoculars, field guide and notebook!Whether your interest in birds lies with their songs and calls, their beauty and diversity, or you’re seeking a connection with nature, the Birdwatching Diploma Course will guide you in this enriching hobby and engaging with the birdwatching community.Beginning with an introduction to the subject, you’ll explore some of the important features of birds that birdwatchers look out for, the history of the pastime, birdwatching communities, and the equipment you’ll need and how to use it.It’s then on to the various methods of bird identification – visual indicators, such as size and colour patterns, and variations of behaviour and sound. We’ll look at birds that are commonly found in the UK and the various classifications of birds and the species within them.You’ll receive valuable strategies to familiarise yourself with the birds local to your area, including how best to use feeders and birdbaths, and how to plan birdwatching trips to get the most out of them. We’ll also take a deeper look at the birds you can see in the UK during the year depending on the season.The course concludes with an exploration of the role birds play in our ecosystem, and how you can contribute to bird conservation efforts.Please note: while this course focuses on UK birdwatching, the knowledge contained within can be used globally.By studying this course, you will:Understand the equipment you’ll need and how to use itExplore bird identification methodsLearn how to use your outdoor space to attract local birdsDiscover how to plan a birdwatching tripBecome aware of how birdwatching changes with seasonal migrationUnderstand the importance of birds for our ecosystems and how to aid conservationCourse SyllabusWhat will I learn on the course?Module 1: An Introduction to Bird Watching8 partsModule 2: Birdwatching Equipment and Protocol6 partsModule 3: How to Identify Birds I6 partsModule 4: How to Identify Birds II5 partsModule 5: Birds in the UK and How to Identify Them5 partsModule 6: More About Birds6 partsModule 7: Getting to Know Your Local Birds6 partsModule 8: Planning Birdwatching Trips6 partsModule 9: Birdwatching Through the UK Seasons8 partsModule 10: Helping Our Ecosystem7 partsWho Would Benefit from This Course?If you find yourself captivated by birds, the Birdwatching Diploma Course will help you to discover more about them and help you to further understand and engage with these fascinating creatures.An inexpensive hobby with a welcoming community, birdwatching is also great for reducing stress levels, as you can enjoy all the benefits of the outdoors or a welcome break in your daily routine by attracting birds to your garden.There are no reviews yet.Add a Review Cancel replyYou must be to post a review.