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MSc Conservation and Biodiversity

MSc Conservation and Biodiversity

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Full time | University of Exeter - Penryn Campus, Cornwall | 1 year | SEP-25

Study mode

Full time

Duration

1 year

Start date

SEP-25

Key information
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Qualification type

MSc - Master of Science

Subject areas

Biology Evolutionary Biology

Course Summary

Overview

  • Designed in consultation with multiple external agencies to ensure relevant training that maximises graduate employability and targets both research and practical conservation skills
  • Offers substantial fieldwork opportunities in the UK and overseas, including a fieldcourse on African Biodiversity and Conservation or a low-carbon fieldcourse on Rewilding the United Kingdom
  • Provides opportunities to connect with external agencies and organisations to further enhance your training
  • Delivered by leading international researchers in Ecology and Conservation
  • Offers access to excellent facilities including state-of-the-art research laboratories, greenhouses and controlled environment rooms, and long-term fieldsites

Due to the high demand for this programme we highly recommend that you apply early. Applications can be made from October 2024. If we experience high demand it may be necessary for us to operate waiting lists or close the programme.

Modules

Learning to conduct original scientific research is essential for your scientific training, employability potential and future career. In this module, you will gain hands-on experience of conducting cutting-edge scientific research under the guidance of professional researchers. This involves conducting an independent research project on a subject of your choice related to conservation biology, ecology, evolution or behavioural ecology. You will be responsible for designing, planning and implementing the study, as well as analysing the data and writing it up for a world class peer-reviewed academic journal. As such, this project provides valuable experience of managing an original scientific research project, from its inception through to completion.

Tuition fees

UK fees
Course fees for UK students

For this course (per year)

£15,700

International fees
Course fees for EU and international students

For this course (per year)

£29,500

Entry requirements

A 2:1 degree or above in a relevant science subject is normally required. We will be happy to consider applicants with a non-scientific background who have a strong academic profile and/or significant relevant work experience of 2+ years, on individual merit. Relevant subjects include: Biology, Biosciences, Ecology, Evolutionary Biology, Geography, Marine Biology, Natural Sciences, Zoology.