Ecology and Biodiversity
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Entry requirements
A 2:2 BSc or BEng honours degree, or international equivalent, in a relevant subject such as:
- microbiology
- agriculture
- environmental engineering
- biology
- biological sciences
- ecology
- environmental science
- zoology
- marine biology
- oceanography
- geography
We will also consider applicants with non-standard qualifications and relevant experience.
Months of entry
September
Course content
Our Ecology and Biodiversity MSc gives you the skills for a successful career as an ecologist or in an environmentally-related field.
You will gain the knowledge and skills you need to work in conservation biology and other environmental or ecological roles. You’ll study an area of ecological science, from both a UK and international perspective.
Areas covered include:
- global wildlife conservation policy and practice
- environmental impacts
- international sustainable development
This course has a professional focus, which will help prepare you for the workplace. You'll learn advanced methods to analyse published ecological literature, global conservation policies and assessment methods.
Information for international students
To study this course you need to meet our Band 2 English Language Requirements. Direct Entry: IELTS 6.5 overall (with a minimum of 5.5 in all sub-skills). If you have lower English Language scores, you may be accepted onto a Pre-sessional English course.
Fees and funding
See our course fees and funding web page.
Qualification, course duration and attendance options
- MSc
- full time12 months
- Campus-based learningis available for this qualification
Course contact details
- Name
- Academic Secretary
- snes.programme.enquiries@ncl.ac.uk
- Phone
- +44 (0) 191 208 4848