M.SC WILDLIFE CONSERVATION
Biodiversity is essential to life on earth, yet, ecological threats are at a record high. With recognition that our planet can no longer support society’s unsustainable ways, find out how you can be part of the solution in protecting precious ecosystems with our wildlife conservation postgraduate degree.
Developed to nurture the next generation of conservation leaders, the course aims to support a move towards a sustainable future for humans and wildlife, in line with the UN Convention on Biological Diversity 2011-2020 Vision: 'Living in Harmony with Nature'.
Led by a highly qualified, research-active staff programme team, you will develop cutting-edge skills and practical knowledge using tools that can help to to tackle complex issues surrounding our biodiversity crisis.
You will:
- Explore current methods and techniques used to measure and evaluate biodiversity in the field
- Understand the role that invasive species and pathogens play in altering local ecological communities and biodiversity
- Develop and apply essential tools used to produce and interpret maps for conservation planning and monitoring
Intakes
- Sep
- Jan
Application Processing Time in Days: 15
Application Process
Minimum English Language Requirements
| English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert | 9 | 120 | 297-300 | 86-90 | |
| Very Good | 8.5 | 115-119 | 280-293 | 83-86 | |
| Very Good | 8 | 110-114 | 270-280 | 79-83 | |
| Good | 7.5 | 102-109 | 253-267 | 73-79 | |
| Good | 7 | 94-101 | 240-253 | 65-73 | |
| Competent | 6.5 | 79-93 | 213-233 | 58-65 | |
| Competent | 6 | 60-78 | 170-210 | 50-58 | |
| Modest | 5.5 | 46-59 | 133-210 | 43-50 | |
| Modest | 5 | 35-45 | 107-133 | 36-43 | |
| Limited | 4 | 32-34 | 97-103 | 30-36 | |
| Extremely Limited | < 4 | < 31 | < 93 | < 30 |
Job Opportunity Potential
There is global recognition that we need more conservation biologists to solve and mitigate the problems caused by human activities that are detrimental to the survival of wildlife such as the unsustainable forest use.
Wildlife conservation biologists work throughout the world in roles with a wide-range of institutions from NGOs, Federal Agencies to universities. Course graduates can also expect to find opportunities with state institutions, private companies, environmental consultancies and research institutions including universities.
PSW Opportunity
- 2 Years PSW is applicable after completing a minimum duration of 9 months course (like- Undergraduate, Postgraduate Level)
- 3 Years PSW is applicable after completing PhD level courses.
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
Undergraduate degree
You will need an appropriate undergraduate degree (e.g., biological sciences, anthropology, veterinary science) with a minimum classification of 2:2 (lower second class).
Postgraduate
Holders of a three or four year bachelor's degree with an overall average of 55% from a recognised institution, or 50% plus any relevant work experience, or additional, relevant qualifications will be considered for postgraduate study.
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Masters/PG Degree
- Duration: 01 Year
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Total Tuition Fee:
15030 GBP
Average Cost of Living: 13632 GBP /year
Application Fee: N/A
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