Rhona Smith

Education

• 

  Univeristy of Sussex

  2014 - 2017

  Bachelor of Science (Hons) Ecology and Environment First class

  Studied global environmental and social challenges with particular focus on ecosystem conservation and research techniques. Developed excellent data management, analytical and communication skills through collaborative and independent research projects. Key modules:• Final year research project: Partnered with local parabiologists to produce abundance estimates of mammal species (using camera trapping techniques) in Tesoro Escondido Reserve, NW Ecuador.• Conservation… Show more Studied global environmental and social challenges with particular focus on ecosystem conservation and research techniques. Developed excellent data management, analytical and communication skills through collaborative and independent research projects. Key modules:• Final year research project: Partnered with local parabiologists to produce abundance estimates of mammal species (using camera trapping techniques) in Tesoro Escondido Reserve, NW Ecuador.• Conservation in practice: Examined issues faced in practical conservation in the UK and internationally and how they can be tackled by NGOs, governments, and through public engagement and community projects. Show less