Kursus ini memperkenalkan serta mendalami berbagai aspek komunikasi yang digunakan dalam penghayatan alam sekitar. Kursus ini juga menjelaskan jenis-jenis alat, kaedah serta sistem yang digunakan ketika ini untuk meningkatkan kualiti interpretasi alam semulajadi. Kursus ini juga akan membincangkan isu serta cabaran untuk mengadakan interpretasi alam semulajadi yang mantap. Pelajar bukan sahaja perlu memahami proses-proses yang terlibat dengan interpretasi alam semulajadi, mereka juga harus memperolehi kemahiran komunikasi. Penilaian pencapaian pelajar adalah berdasarkan kepada teori dan amali serta kerja lapangan. Melalui kursus ini, para pelajar akan dilengkapi dengan pengetahuan serta kemahiran untuk melaksanakan interpretasi alam semulajadi untuk sebarang subjek dan dalam sebarang keadaan.

Nature interpretation revolves around the clarification of biological entities and explanation of ecological processes for the purpose of environmental appreciation among people with limited understanding of Biology and Ecology, it is defined as a process of communication that forms emotional and intellectual connections between the interests of the audience and the inherent meanings of the natural resource; and it is a necessary aspect of environmental awareness and appreciation. The objective of this course is to encourage students to explore hermeneutics and the usage of communication aspects in the appreciation of nature. This course provides clarification on the meaning of interpretation, its principles, the systems, tools, methods and practices used to increase the quality of nature interpretation. This includes the principle of effective interpretive and guiding skills. Besides this, the course provides a platform for the discussion of issues and challenges in nature interpretation, since course participants not only need to understand the processes that are involved but also need to acquire the relevant scientific communication skills. The learning outcome of this course includes students knowing how interpretation skills are applied in delivering or planning talks and guiding tours, students able to interact with visitors and help them understand exhibits at site or present educational programs associated with a specific site. The course's assessments include both a theoretical aspect and a practical aspect. Through this course participants might be empowered with the knowledge and skills to execute nature interpretation on any subject under any condition.