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Postgraduate Ecology

92 degrees at 39 universities in the UK.

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About Postgraduate Ecology

An ecology master's programme is an advanced academic study of ecosystems, biodiversity andthe interactions among organisms and their environments. Designed for individuals committed to understanding and addressing environmental challenges, they prepare graduates for a diversity of roles including environmental consultants, conservation officers, research scientists andpolicy advisors in environmental agencies.

Students can choose from a variety of more than 80 master’s programmes in ecology in the UK, each with its unique focus areas like conservation biology, marine ecology or environmental management. Applicants require an undergraduate degree in biology, environmental science or a related field. Practical experience in ecological research or conservation work is also highly valued.

What to Expect

The curriculum encompasses a broad spectrum of ecological topics, including terrestrial and aquatic species conservation, habitat management, ecological modelling and environmental impact and climate change assessment. Courses combine theoretical knowledge with fieldwork and laboratory research, offering students hands-on experience in ecological methodologies and data analysis.

Assessment methods include coursework, research projects and a final dissertation, which lets students explore a specific area of interest, contributing original research to ecology. The master’s programmes in the UK align with environmental standards and policies, ensuring that graduates are prepared to work within the legal and ethical frameworks of environmental conservation.

Graduates of ecology master’s programmes in the UK are prepared with the skills needed to address contemporary environmental challenges, conduct biodiversity assessments andshape policy. Their expertise is crucial and in demand for roles in government agencies, ecological research, environmental consultancies or conservation management.

PgC / PgD / MSc / MRes Agroecology

(4.4)

On a national and international scale there is an increasing need to reconcile the need for increased food production with the need for Read more...

  • 1 year Full time degree: £11,520 per year (UK)
  • 2 years Part time degree

Advanced Biological Sciences (MRes)

(4.4)

Explore Advanced Biological Sciences at a global top 100 (QS World University Rankings 2024) University. This flexible one-year masters Read more...

  • 1 year Full time degree: £9,250 per year (UK)

MSc Biodiversity Conservation

(4.4)

Learn about all the latest developments in conservation science on this accredited course, taught in a biodiverse hotspot on the Dorset Read more...

  • 1 year Full time degree: £10,000 per year (UK)
  • 1 year Full time degree: £10,000 per year (UK)
  • 2 years Part time degree
  • 2 years Part time degree

MSc Applied Ecology and Conservation (Part time)

(4.2)

Specialise in conservation ecology on our established MSc course, which provides you with tuition from world-leading experts in Ecology and Read more...

  • 2 years Part time degree: £6,875 per year (UK)

Applied Ecology PgDip

(4.4)

On this course youll gain the knowledge and skills you need for a career in practical ecology and conservation – we have a highly practical Read more...

  • 2 years Part time degree: £3,385 per year (UK)
  • 2 years Part time degree: £3,385 per year (UK)
  • 1 year Full time degree: £6,770 per year (UK)
  • 1 year Full time degree: £6,770 per year (UK)

Ecology and Environmental Biology MRes

(4.2)

The Master of Research (MRes) programme in Ecology and Environmental Biology provides research training for students wishing to enter a PhD Read more...

  • 12 months Full time degree: £10,650 per year (UK)

Biology - Biodiversity PhD, Mphil

(4.4)

Department of Genetics and Genome Biology offers supervision for the degrees of Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) - full-time and Read more...

  • 6 years Part time degree: £2,393 per year (UK)
  • 6 years Part time degree: £2,393 per year (UK)
  • 6 years Part time degree: £2,393 per year (UK)
  • 3 years Full time degree: £4,786 per year (UK)
  • 3 years Full time degree: £4,786 per year (UK)

Ecology Mres

(4.4)

The Ecology MRes is for graduates in the field of environmental and related sciences. You'll gain the skills required to follow successful Read more...

  • 24 months Part time degree: £6,700 per year (UK)
  • 12 months Full time degree: £13,400 per year (UK)

Ecology and Evolutionary Biology MRes

(4.3)

Your research degree is bespoke at the University of Nottingham, and allows you to choose your own area of interest to research, under the Read more...

  • 1 year Full time degree: £5,100 per year (UK)
  • 1 year Full time degree: £5,100 per year (UK)

Biodiversity Management (by Research) PhD

(4)

Our MSc by Research and PhD programmes in Biodiversity Management encourage you to undertake original, high-quality research, which Read more...

  • 5 years Part time degree: £2,393 per year (UK)
  • 5 years Part time degree: £2,393 per year (UK)
  • 3 years Full time degree: £4,786 per year (UK)
  • 3 years Full time degree: £4,786 per year (UK)

Conservation Ecology MSc or PGDip or PGCert

(4)

Global ecosystems are battling for survival. For decades, human activity has caused our planet untold damage. But there’s hope. We Read more...

  • 24 months Part time degree: £4,875 per year (UK)
  • 1 year Full time degree: £9,750 per year (UK)

Institute for Global Prosperity MPhil/PhD

(4.2)

The world urgently needs research that examines and addresses the root causes of today’s toughest global challenges, including (but not Read more...

  • 5 years Part time degree: £3,015 per year (UK)
  • 3 years Full time degree: £6,035 per year (UK)

Ecology, conservation and zoonosis PhD

(3.9)

As a PhD student in these disciplines, you will benefit from membership of the university's Ecology, Conservation and Zoonosis Research and Read more...

  • 3 years Full time degree: £4,796 per year (UK)

Ecology MPhil/PhD

(4.3)

We welcome applications to undertake research towards MPhil and PhD degrees in Ecology. Research at Worcester has grown significantly in Read more...

  • 5 years Part time degree: £2,475 per year (UK)
  • 3 years Full time degree: £4,950 per year (UK)

Global Biodiversity and Conservation, MSc

(4.5)

The MSc in Global Biodiversity and Conservation explores relationships between living organisms and terrestrial, freshwater and marine Read more...

  • 3 years Part time degree: £3,400 per year (UK)
  • 2 years Part time degree: £5,150 per year (UK)
  • 1 year Full time degree: £10,250 per year (UK)

MSc Mathematical Biology, Ecology and Medicine

(4.4)

At the forefront of mathematical biology research, Heriot-Watt University boasts distinguished researchers, including Jonathan Sherratt, Read more...

  • 2 years Part time degree: £4,576 per year (UK)
  • 1 year Part time degree: £5,264 per year (UK)
  • 1 year Full time degree: £9,152 per year (UK)
  • 1 year Full time degree: £10,528 per year (UK)

PgC / PgD / MSc International Agri-Business and Food Chain Management

(4.4)

The course The international agri-business and food chain management programme provides participants with an advanced understanding of the Read more...

  • 1 year Full time degree: £11,520 per year (UK)
  • 2 years Part time degree

MSc Applied Ecology and Conservation

(4.2)

Course Specialise in conservation ecology on our established MSc course, which provides you with tuition from world-leading experts in Read more...

  • 1 year Full time degree: £13,750 per year (UK)

Applied Ecology PgCert

(4.4)

On this course youll gain the knowledge and skills you need for a career in practical ecology and conservation – we have a highly practical Read more...

  • 1 year Part time degree: £3,380 per year (UK)
  • 1 year Part time degree: £3,380 per year (UK)

Quantitative Methods in Biodiversity, Conservation and Epidemiology MSc

(4.2)

Quantitative skills are more in demand that ever, forming an essential basis for successful careers in ecology, conservation, and animal Read more...

  • 12 months Full time degree: £10,650 per year (UK)

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