This course is for young people aged between 16 and 18 years old who are interested in biology.
This 5-day Biology Residential Camp is ideal for young people considering studying biology or ecology at University. Do you want to enrich your field experience and explore some of the possible career pathways?
Ecology is about questioning how ecosystems work and the interactions between the organisms within them.
You will meet other students from around the country and use a range of scientific approaches to explore the complex relationships in a variety of ecosystems, this course will give you a breadth of experience to support your next steps.
This course is suitable for the residential section of the Gold Duke of Edinburgh Award. Always check with your leader before booking.
Tutor: Field Studies Council Staff
Courses are led by experienced Field Studies Council staff.
What's Included
Before You Attend
What shall I bring?
Boots or wellingtons
Waterproof jacket & trousers
Hat and Gloves for warm and cold weather
Wash kit
Suitable clothing for the time of year
Small day rucksack
Head torch
Water bottle and lunch box
This residential is only open to young people who will be aged 16 - 18 years old at the time of attending.
We want to ensure participants get to share in their experience with those of a similar age. Please consider what age the attendee will be on the course date and check they fit into the age category when booking.
If the attendee is under 18, the booking must be made by a parent/guardian. When you book, it is essential that you enter the age and attendees name in the Order Notes at the checkout.
When attending the residential dates which welcome 16-18 year olds, all participants will be expected to follow the behaviour and conduct rules which will be in place to safeguard young people.