207-279 Forest Policy

This subject introduces policy and legislation for forestry and examines the role of, limits to and creation of policies and legislation.

On completion of this subject, students should:

• understand the need for policy and legislation and the role it plays in forestry;

• be aware of the different levels at which policy and legislation operate;

• be able to implement and adhere to policy and legislation in the field;

• understand the legality of policy and legislation and be able to enforce policy and legislation requirements; and

• understand the process by which policy and legislation are created.

The subject covers the areas of:

• policy and legislation in forestry;

• creation and implementation of policy and legislation;

• codes of practice; and

• adherence and enforcement.

One 2.5-hour written examination worth 40% of final marks, two assignments equivalent to 3000 words and worth 30% of final marks each.