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Liverpool John Moores University: Primate Behaviour, Conservation and Welfare
| Institution | Liverpool John Moores University View institution profile |
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| Department | School of Biological and Environmental Sciences |
| Web | https://www.ljmu.ac.uk/ |
| courses@ljmu.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 0151 231 5090 |
| Study type | Taught |
Summary
Learn about the latest developments in primate behaviour, conservation and welfare on this programme delivered by world-leading experts.
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Develop your skills to become a professional primatologist and support a range of in-situ and ex-situ conservation efforts
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Features an overseas field course*, providing hands-on learning in measuring primate behaviour and ecology. This enables you to practise and develop advanced skills in behavioural observation, non-invasive sampling of health and welfare indicators and conservation monitoring
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Access state-of-the-art teaching and laboratory facilities, including genetics, endocrinology, drone and GIS facilities
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Design and complete a primate field study using the latest software packages, such as ArcGIS, R, Distance and CyberTracker
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Work with our partners in industry and field sites in Asia, Africa, Central America, Europe and the UK, as well as zoos, sanctuaries and NGOs globally. These connections will give you the opportunity to develop and extend your professional networks
On this MSc programme you will be supported by a thriving primatology group with a broad mix of expertise in behavioural ecology, social behaviour, cognition, welfare and conservation. You will have the chance to engage in innovative research on primate behaviour and welfare and to effect positive conservation change. As part of your studies you will be encouraged to attend and present your work at national and international conferences, and to publish your research in scientific journals.
MSc
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
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| Entry requirements | Undergraduate degree: Minimum 2.1 good Honours degree in a relevant science subject. International: IELTS: 6.5 overall with 5.5 in each component |
| Location | Liverpool John Moores University Student Recruitment and Admissions Exchange Station Tithebarn Street Liverpool L2 2QP |
Fees
| England | 12245 GBP for Year 1 |
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| Northern Ireland | 12245 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 12245 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 12245 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 19400 GBP for Year 1 |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Undergraduate degree: Minimum 2.1 good Honours degree in a relevant science subject. |
| Location | Liverpool John Moores University Student Recruitment and Admissions Exchange Station Tithebarn Street Liverpool L2 2QP |
Fees
| England | 11605 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | 11605 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 11605 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 11605 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 19150 GBP for Year 1 |
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