Ecology and Conservation

Our Ecology and Conservation MSci includes an extra year of in-depth study at masters level, so you can develop advanced research skills and specialise in the areas you are most interested in.

You’ll work with researchers who are part of our Centre for Earth Observation Science. and explore key areas within ecology, conservation biology, natural resources management and community health.

You’ll develop practical career-focused skills through laboratory and fieldwork in our rich local environment and overseas. The course is professionally accredited by the Royal Society of Biology.

Top reasons to choose this course

• Professional accreditation from the Royal Society of Biology.

• Guaranteed interview scheme with Brighton and Sussex Medical School.

• Fieldwork opportunities in places such as South Africa and Shropshire, and in the rich local environment.

• Travel and accommodation included in the fees for mandatory residential trips to locations such as Shropshire (go to the fees and costs section for more info).

• Specialist facilities such as our aquatic suite, GIS lab, and ecology, microbiology, molecular biology and tissue culture labs.

• Get involved in our research in areas such as micropollutants, invasive species and aquatic environments, and reintroducing species.

• Guest lecturers and optional placement year.