36 monthsProgramme duration
20,000 GBPTuition Fee/year
SepStarting Month
Programme overview
Main Subject
Environmental Sciences
Degree
BSc
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
On Campus
Woodlands are vital for the myriad benefits they provide, and there is a growing global interest in creating new woodlands both in the UK and internationally. This degree is designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills needed to manage woodlands effectively, enhancing biodiversity conservation, public wellbeing, and the sustainable production of renewable materials. Throughout this course, you will study woodland management in both UK and international contexts, focusing on their role in adapting to and mitigating the effects of climate change. We adopt a hands-on approach to explore the ecological value of woodlands and their broader role in agroecology, including agroforestry. Additionally, you will examine the benefits provided by trees outside traditional woodlands.
Accredited by the Institute of Chartered Foresters (ICF), our BSc (Hons) Woodland Management and Conservation sets you on a journey to become a Chartered Forester. Studying in a fantastic location for field trips and projects near Eryri National Park Authority, you also have access to the 82 hectares of woodlands, many semi natural, and farmland we own at the University’s Henfaes Research Centre. The Centre, also a Defra study farm and part of the Global Farm Platform, hosts a range of forestry and land-use research experiments that provide excellent learning resources.
This degree offers an in-depth understanding of woodland ecosystems, covering the physical, biological, and ecological aspects and their interactions and variations over time and space. You will delve into the scientific and socio-economic principles that underpin woodland management, along with the physical and biological processes that shape our natural world.
You will become proficient in sustainable woodland management and gain expertise in the economic and environmental appraisal of woodlands. This includes studying design, silviculture, restoration, protection, and inventory of both tree and non-tree components. Furthermore, you will explore the broader role of various woodland systems for resilience and their place within larger socio-ecological systems.
By choosing this degree, you will be prepared to make a significant impact in the field of woodland management, equipped with the skills and knowledge necessary to navigate the complexities of this critical area. Join us and become a part of a community dedicated to advancing sustainable practices and fostering a deeper understanding of our natural world.
Becoming a Chartered Forester
Chartered status is an internationally recognised badge of excellence. The Institute of Chartered Foresters (ICF) is the UK’s Royal Chartered professional body offering the Chartered Forester and Chartered Arboriculturist title. Accreditation means that, upon successful graduation, you can start the journey to become a Chartered Forester.
Eligibility for Professional Membership Entry (PME) is assessed using a points-based system, where applicants must obtain 10 qualifying points. Points are awarded based on a combination of academic qualifications and relevant professional experience. This bachelor’s degree equates to the maximum eight points, and you can obtain an additional one point per year of full-time relevant work in a supervisory, managerial, or scientific capacity.
Accredited by the Institute of Chartered Foresters (ICF), our BSc (Hons) Woodland Management and Conservation sets you on a journey to become a Chartered Forester. Studying in a fantastic location for field trips and projects near Eryri National Park Authority, you also have access to the 82 hectares of woodlands, many semi natural, and farmland we own at the University’s Henfaes Research Centre. The Centre, also a Defra study farm and part of the Global Farm Platform, hosts a range of forestry and land-use research experiments that provide excellent learning resources.
This degree offers an in-depth understanding of woodland ecosystems, covering the physical, biological, and ecological aspects and their interactions and variations over time and space. You will delve into the scientific and socio-economic principles that underpin woodland management, along with the physical and biological processes that shape our natural world.
You will become proficient in sustainable woodland management and gain expertise in the economic and environmental appraisal of woodlands. This includes studying design, silviculture, restoration, protection, and inventory of both tree and non-tree components. Furthermore, you will explore the broader role of various woodland systems for resilience and their place within larger socio-ecological systems.
By choosing this degree, you will be prepared to make a significant impact in the field of woodland management, equipped with the skills and knowledge necessary to navigate the complexities of this critical area. Join us and become a part of a community dedicated to advancing sustainable practices and fostering a deeper understanding of our natural world.
Becoming a Chartered Forester
Chartered status is an internationally recognised badge of excellence. The Institute of Chartered Foresters (ICF) is the UK’s Royal Chartered professional body offering the Chartered Forester and Chartered Arboriculturist title. Accreditation means that, upon successful graduation, you can start the journey to become a Chartered Forester.
Eligibility for Professional Membership Entry (PME) is assessed using a points-based system, where applicants must obtain 10 qualifying points. Points are awarded based on a combination of academic qualifications and relevant professional experience. This bachelor’s degree equates to the maximum eight points, and you can obtain an additional one point per year of full-time relevant work in a supervisory, managerial, or scientific capacity.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Environmental Sciences
Degree
BSc
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
On Campus
Woodlands are vital for the myriad benefits they provide, and there is a growing global interest in creating new woodlands both in the UK and internationally. This degree is designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills needed to manage woodlands effectively, enhancing biodiversity conservation, public wellbeing, and the sustainable production of renewable materials. Throughout this course, you will study woodland management in both UK and international contexts, focusing on their role in adapting to and mitigating the effects of climate change. We adopt a hands-on approach to explore the ecological value of woodlands and their broader role in agroecology, including agroforestry. Additionally, you will examine the benefits provided by trees outside traditional woodlands.
Accredited by the Institute of Chartered Foresters (ICF), our BSc (Hons) Woodland Management and Conservation sets you on a journey to become a Chartered Forester. Studying in a fantastic location for field trips and projects near Eryri National Park Authority, you also have access to the 82 hectares of woodlands, many semi natural, and farmland we own at the University’s Henfaes Research Centre. The Centre, also a Defra study farm and part of the Global Farm Platform, hosts a range of forestry and land-use research experiments that provide excellent learning resources.
This degree offers an in-depth understanding of woodland ecosystems, covering the physical, biological, and ecological aspects and their interactions and variations over time and space. You will delve into the scientific and socio-economic principles that underpin woodland management, along with the physical and biological processes that shape our natural world.
You will become proficient in sustainable woodland management and gain expertise in the economic and environmental appraisal of woodlands. This includes studying design, silviculture, restoration, protection, and inventory of both tree and non-tree components. Furthermore, you will explore the broader role of various woodland systems for resilience and their place within larger socio-ecological systems.
By choosing this degree, you will be prepared to make a significant impact in the field of woodland management, equipped with the skills and knowledge necessary to navigate the complexities of this critical area. Join us and become a part of a community dedicated to advancing sustainable practices and fostering a deeper understanding of our natural world.
Becoming a Chartered Forester
Chartered status is an internationally recognised badge of excellence. The Institute of Chartered Foresters (ICF) is the UK’s Royal Chartered professional body offering the Chartered Forester and Chartered Arboriculturist title. Accreditation means that, upon successful graduation, you can start the journey to become a Chartered Forester.
Eligibility for Professional Membership Entry (PME) is assessed using a points-based system, where applicants must obtain 10 qualifying points. Points are awarded based on a combination of academic qualifications and relevant professional experience. This bachelor’s degree equates to the maximum eight points, and you can obtain an additional one point per year of full-time relevant work in a supervisory, managerial, or scientific capacity.
Accredited by the Institute of Chartered Foresters (ICF), our BSc (Hons) Woodland Management and Conservation sets you on a journey to become a Chartered Forester. Studying in a fantastic location for field trips and projects near Eryri National Park Authority, you also have access to the 82 hectares of woodlands, many semi natural, and farmland we own at the University’s Henfaes Research Centre. The Centre, also a Defra study farm and part of the Global Farm Platform, hosts a range of forestry and land-use research experiments that provide excellent learning resources.
This degree offers an in-depth understanding of woodland ecosystems, covering the physical, biological, and ecological aspects and their interactions and variations over time and space. You will delve into the scientific and socio-economic principles that underpin woodland management, along with the physical and biological processes that shape our natural world.
You will become proficient in sustainable woodland management and gain expertise in the economic and environmental appraisal of woodlands. This includes studying design, silviculture, restoration, protection, and inventory of both tree and non-tree components. Furthermore, you will explore the broader role of various woodland systems for resilience and their place within larger socio-ecological systems.
By choosing this degree, you will be prepared to make a significant impact in the field of woodland management, equipped with the skills and knowledge necessary to navigate the complexities of this critical area. Join us and become a part of a community dedicated to advancing sustainable practices and fostering a deeper understanding of our natural world.
Becoming a Chartered Forester
Chartered status is an internationally recognised badge of excellence. The Institute of Chartered Foresters (ICF) is the UK’s Royal Chartered professional body offering the Chartered Forester and Chartered Arboriculturist title. Accreditation means that, upon successful graduation, you can start the journey to become a Chartered Forester.
Eligibility for Professional Membership Entry (PME) is assessed using a points-based system, where applicants must obtain 10 qualifying points. Points are awarded based on a combination of academic qualifications and relevant professional experience. This bachelor’s degree equates to the maximum eight points, and you can obtain an additional one point per year of full-time relevant work in a supervisory, managerial, or scientific capacity.
Admission Requirements
104+
Offers are tariff based, 104 - 128 tariff points from a Level 3 qualification* e.g.:
We are happy to accept combinations of the qualifications listed above, as well as alternative Level 3 qualifications such as City & Guilds, Access and Cambridge Technical Diplomas.
We also welcome applications from mature learners.
International Candidates: International Candidates: school leaving qualifications that are equivalent to A levels/Level 3 and/or college diplomas are accepted from countries worldwide (subject to minimum English Language requirements). More information can be found on our International pages.
*For a full list of accepted Level 3 qualifications, go to www.ucas.com.
**Similar subject areas may be considered on a case-by-case basis.
- A Levels: Including grade C in a science subject at A2 level (e.g. Biology, Geography, Geology, Environmental Sciences/Studies, Chemistry, Physics, Maths, Economics, Statistics, Psychology). Key Skills and General Studies not accepted.
- International Baccalaureate Diploma (including H5 in a science subject)
- Access: Science/Environmental-based Access course Pass Required
- BTEC National Extended Diploma: DMM-DDM in a relevant subject (e.g. Countryside Management, Applied Science, Forestry & Arboriculture, or Animal Management)**
- City & Guilds Advanced Technical Extended Diploma (1080): DMM-DDM in a relevant subject (e.g. Countryside Management, Forestry & Arboriculture, Land & Wildlife Management)**
- Welsh Baccalaureate is accepted
- Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma in Applied Science or Laboratory Skills**: DMM-DDM
- T-levels: considered on a case-by-case basis
- Extended Project Qualification: Points can include a relevant Extended Project (EPQ) but must include a minimum 2 full A-levels, or equivalent.
We are happy to accept combinations of the qualifications listed above, as well as alternative Level 3 qualifications such as City & Guilds, Access and Cambridge Technical Diplomas.
We also welcome applications from mature learners.
International Candidates: International Candidates: school leaving qualifications that are equivalent to A levels/Level 3 and/or college diplomas are accepted from countries worldwide (subject to minimum English Language requirements). More information can be found on our International pages.
*For a full list of accepted Level 3 qualifications, go to www.ucas.com.
**Similar subject areas may be considered on a case-by-case basis.
3 Years
Sep
Tuition fees
Domestic
9,790 GBP
International
20,000 GBP
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