Global Conservation MSc 12 months Postgraduate Programme By Newcastle University |TopUniversities
Programme Duration

12 monthsProgramme duration

Tuitionfee

31,000 GBPTuition Fee/year

Scholarship

1Scholarships

Starting Month

SepStarting Month

Programme overview

Main Subject

Environmental Sciences

Degree

MSc

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

Tackle global biodiversity challenges and influence national and international biodiversity conservation policies with our Global Conservation MSc.

Our Global Conservation MSc offers a unique education in biodiversity and conservation. It combines training in technical skills, policy and end-user engagement.

This MSc will give you the expertise to understand and inform international conservation policies and address real-world environmental problems.

Key programme highlights
  • Real-world engagement: Address current conservation issues by collaborating on projects and assignments designed with organisations like the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) and more.
  • Policy-relevant skills: Develop your expertise in species conservation, policy writing, and biodiversity assessments.
  • Global perspective: Learn about the diverse cultural, ecological, and political contexts crucial for achieving the Convention on Biological Diversity's vision of 'living in harmony with nature'.

You’ll gain in-depth knowledge of the Global Biodiversity Framework and learn about the major challenges and solutions identified by world governments.

This course combines theoretical and practical learning, allowing you to engage with contemporary global issues. You’ll work with our expert staff and prominent national and international organisations.

Programme overview

Main Subject

Environmental Sciences

Degree

MSc

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

Tackle global biodiversity challenges and influence national and international biodiversity conservation policies with our Global Conservation MSc.

Our Global Conservation MSc offers a unique education in biodiversity and conservation. It combines training in technical skills, policy and end-user engagement.

This MSc will give you the expertise to understand and inform international conservation policies and address real-world environmental problems.

Key programme highlights
  • Real-world engagement: Address current conservation issues by collaborating on projects and assignments designed with organisations like the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) and more.
  • Policy-relevant skills: Develop your expertise in species conservation, policy writing, and biodiversity assessments.
  • Global perspective: Learn about the diverse cultural, ecological, and political contexts crucial for achieving the Convention on Biological Diversity's vision of 'living in harmony with nature'.

You’ll gain in-depth knowledge of the Global Biodiversity Framework and learn about the major challenges and solutions identified by world governments.

This course combines theoretical and practical learning, allowing you to engage with contemporary global issues. You’ll work with our expert staff and prominent national and international organisations.

Admission Requirements

125+
70+
6.5+
4.5+
2.7+
A 2:2 honours degree, or international equivalent, in a relevant science discipline, such as:


  • Animal sciences
  • Biological sciences
  • Environmental sciences
  • Ecology
  • Geography
  • Natural sciences
  • Zoology

We will also consider applicants on an individual basis with degrees in other areas and those with non-standard qualifications and/or relevant professional experience. 

1 Year
Sep

Tuition fees

Domestic
14,200 GBP
International
31,000 GBP

Scholarships

Newcastle University Nigeria Future Leaders Scholarships (2026 entry)

Newcastle University Nigeria Future Leaders Scholarships (2026 entry)
Master Open

Value

$13518

Deadline

30 Aug 2026

Application requirements

QS Event Attendance is NOT required

Entry requirements

You must be admitted to this school to be awarded

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