Purpose & Problem Statements

Problem Statement

It has been emphasized in the background section that there is a need for communication skills in the conservation related workplace. The purpose of this study is to identify and recognize the need for specific communication skills in the conservation-related workplace, thereby introduce changes to the NUS Faculty of Science, Life Science majors’ curriculum to improve the communication skills of Life Science majors who may pursue their career in this area. This would require further research on the current situation in the local context.

Purpose Statement

The purpose of this proposal is to explain the methods that have been and will be used to determine the need for communication skills in the conservation-related workplace, identify the specific skills that are of greater emphasis, and study the NUS Life Science students’ attitude towards improving their communication skills. The team also hopes to have the opportunity to investigate further and be invited to present our findings and recommendations to the NUSEU via an oral presentation.