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Department of Plant Sciences
University of Colombo
P.O.Box 1490, Colombo 03
Sri Lanka

 Phone : +94(0)11 2585038
 Fax : +94(0)11 2503148
 Email: office@pts.cmb.ac.lk

Jointly conducted by The Department of Plant Sciences & The Department of Zoology

Introduction - The Diploma in Biodiversity Management (DBIOM) is a multidisciplinary programme that focuses on biological, legal, social and economic aspects of biodiversity conservation and management. The course will be conducted primarily by academics attached to the University of Colombo. Objectives - The course intends to provide knowledge on fundamental concepts of managing and conserving biological diversity with special reference to Sri Lankan biota.

The course consists of the following six modules. Candidates should follow all the modules. The medium of instruction and examination shall be English.

Module 1 : An introduction to Biodiversity

Genetic, species and ecosystem diversity: Global patterns of distribution of biodiversity, biomes: Composition and distribution of biodiversity of Sri Lanka.

Module 2:Impacts on Biodiversity

Causes and consequences of biodiversity loss: Species extinctions

Module 3 : Biodiversity Assessment

Identification of plants and animals: Floral and faunal survey techniques, inventorying and monitoring of species and the use of diversity indices to assess habitats.

Module 4: Tools and Strategies of Biodiversity Management -Part I

Basic principles of biodiversity management - Introduction to sustainable development: Valuation of biodiversity: Integrated and adaptive management: Ecosystem and species approach: Ex-situ conservation: Protected Area Network of Sri Lanka: Assessing the status of species: Threats from invasive alien species.

Module 5: Tools and Strategies of Biodiversity Management -Part II

Basic economic principles related to management of biodiversity: National legislation, International conventions and treaties related to biodiversity conservation: Problems of law enforcement

Module 6 : Assignment

Literature survey, report writing and presentation on topics related to biodiversity conservation of Sri Lanka.

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The duration of the Diploma will be one year part time inclusive of study leave and examinations. Lectures and practical sessions will be held on weekends from 9.00 a.m. to 5.00 p.m. The students will also participate in field excursions and residential workshops .

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Evaluation of the Diploma will be based on two written examinations, practical assessment and evaluation of reports.

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The entire course will cost you Rs. 40,000 which will include registration fees, library fees and examination fees. All fees paid are not refundable.

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Persons interested in nature conservation or biodiversity management. It is relevant to those involved with biodiversity assessments, conservation and sustainable development, as well as to those intending to pursue a future career in a biodiversity conservation related field.

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You are eligible if you posses

• three passes in the Biological Science stream at the G. C. E (A/L) examination in one attempt

OR

• three passes in the Physical Sciences stream at the G. C. E (A/L) examination in one attempt and related work experience acceptable to the Senate, University of Colombo

OR

• any other qualifications and related work experience acceptable to the Senate, University of Colombo.

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Application forms could be obtained from the Senior Assistant Registrar (Academic & Publications), University of Colombo, College House, 94, Cumaratunga Munidasa Mawatha, Colombo 03 from 9.00am to 4.00pm on weekdays or by sending a self addressed stamped envelope (22cmx 10cm in size) to reach that division.

Brochure- 2010   Application form-2010     

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