Global Ecology and Conservation (MSc) 12 months Postgraduate Programme By Cardiff University |TopUniversities
Subject Ranking

# 201-250QS Subject Rankings

Programme Duration

12 monthsProgramme duration

Tuitionfee

29,450 GBPTuition Fee/year

Main Subject Area

Environmental SciencesMain Subject Area

Programme overview

Main Subject

Environmental Sciences

Degree

MSc

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

From the rivers of South Wales to the Bornean rainforest, our MSc covers the major conservation issues affecting habitats across the globe. With training in core areas, such as wildlife surveys, biodiversity assessments and species management and conservation. You will learn how to identify current and emerging threats to species and ecosystems and develop the necessary skills to tackle these threats with effective and scalable solutions.


Covering the complete span from ecological theory and pioneering research, through to practical site assessments and conservation interventions, we will equip you with the skills and knowledge required to make a ‘real world’ difference.


These core topics are combined with a free choice of optional modules, including Integrated Water Science for the Real World. You will have wide-ranging options for the research project and coursework topics, giving you the freedom to tailor your studies to your interests and career aspirations. A lot of our core modules include a fieldwork element, whilst our optional Field Research and Placement module (BIT055) comprises an extended field course in the UK or overseas, and a professional work placement.


Our course is delivered by leading academics who work across the world conducting cutting-edge research and addressing key global challenges – from pioneering climate change research, to developing action plans to preserve native species. As well as offering you the excitement of learning in an active research environment, this approach will also demonstrate how your work can be translated into practical conservation measures.


With a flexible and interdisciplinary approach, we train you to eventually take on roles in research, practice, policy, consultancy and more, and to have the skills, confidence and knowledge base to adapt to a global job market and changing environment.

Programme overview

Main Subject

Environmental Sciences

Degree

MSc

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

From the rivers of South Wales to the Bornean rainforest, our MSc covers the major conservation issues affecting habitats across the globe. With training in core areas, such as wildlife surveys, biodiversity assessments and species management and conservation. You will learn how to identify current and emerging threats to species and ecosystems and develop the necessary skills to tackle these threats with effective and scalable solutions.


Covering the complete span from ecological theory and pioneering research, through to practical site assessments and conservation interventions, we will equip you with the skills and knowledge required to make a ‘real world’ difference.


These core topics are combined with a free choice of optional modules, including Integrated Water Science for the Real World. You will have wide-ranging options for the research project and coursework topics, giving you the freedom to tailor your studies to your interests and career aspirations. A lot of our core modules include a fieldwork element, whilst our optional Field Research and Placement module (BIT055) comprises an extended field course in the UK or overseas, and a professional work placement.


Our course is delivered by leading academics who work across the world conducting cutting-edge research and addressing key global challenges – from pioneering climate change research, to developing action plans to preserve native species. As well as offering you the excitement of learning in an active research environment, this approach will also demonstrate how your work can be translated into practical conservation measures.


With a flexible and interdisciplinary approach, we train you to eventually take on roles in research, practice, policy, consultancy and more, and to have the skills, confidence and knowledge base to adapt to a global job market and changing environment.

Admission Requirements

4.5+
69+
176+
6.5+

To be considered for an offer for this course, you will need to meet all the entry requirements. Your application will not be progressed if the information and evidence listed is not provided.


With your online application you will need to provide:


  1. A copy of your degree certificate and transcripts which show you have achieved a 2:1 honours degree in a relevant science subject such as biology, ecology, zoology, physical geography or environmental science, or an equivalent international degree. If your degree certificate or result is pending, please upload any interim transcripts or provisional certificates.
  2. A copy of your IELTS certificate with an overall score of 6.5 with 5.5 in all subskills, or evidence of an accepted equivalent. Please include the date of your expected test if this qualification is pending. If you have alternative acceptable evidence, such as an undergraduate degree studied in the UK, please supply this in place of an IELTS.

If you do not have a degree in a relevant area, your application may be considered based on professional or other extensive experience in conservation or environmental management. Please provide additional evidence to support your application such as signed and dated employer references.

1 Year
Sep

Tuition fees

Domestic
11,950 GBP
International
29,450 GBP

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