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University of Exeter: Conservation and Biodiversity
| Institution | University of Exeter View institution profile |
|---|---|
| Department | Biosciences |
| Web | https://www.exeter.ac.uk/postgraduate |
| Study type | Taught |
MSc
Summary
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Designed in consultation with multiple external agencies to ensure relevant training that maximises graduate employability and targets both research and practical conservation skills
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Offers substantial fieldwork opportunities in the UK and overseas, including a fieldcourse on African Biodiversity and Conservation or a low-carbon fieldcourse on Rewilding the United Kingdom
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Provides opportunities to connect with external agencies and organisations to further enhance your training
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Delivered by leading international researchers in Ecology and Conservation
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Offers access to excellent facilities including state-of-the-art research laboratories, greenhouses and controlled environment rooms, and long-term fieldsites
To learn more about modules, assessment methods, facilities and our staff research expertise please visit our course page.
Due to the high demand for this programme we highly recommend that you apply early.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | A 2:1 degree or above in a relevant science subject* is normally required. We will be happy to consider applicants with a non-scientific background who have a strong academic profile and/or significant relevant work experience of 2+ years, on individual merit. *Relevant subjects include: Biology, Biosciences, Ecology, Evolutionary Biology, Geography, Marine Biology, Natural Sciences, Zoology. For full details, including English language requirements and international equivalencies, please visit our course page. |
| Location | University of Exeter - Penryn Campus, Cornwall Penryn Campus Penryn Cornwall TR10 9FE |
Summary
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Designed in consultation with multiple external agencies to ensure relevant training that maximises graduate employability and targets both research and practical conservation skills
-
Offers substantial fieldwork opportunities in the UK and overseas, including a fieldcourse on African Biodiversity and Conservation or a low-carbon fieldcourse on Rewilding the United Kingdom
-
Provides opportunities to connect with external agencies and organisations to further enhance your training
-
Delivered by leading international researchers in Ecology and Conservation
-
Offers access to excellent facilities including state-of-the-art research laboratories, greenhouses and controlled environment rooms, and long-term fieldsites
To learn more about modules, assessment methods, facilities and our staff research expertise please visit our course page.
Due to the high demand for this programme we highly recommend that you apply early.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | A 2:1 degree or above in a relevant science subject* is normally required. We will be happy to consider applicants with a non-scientific background who have a strong academic profile and/or significant relevant work experience of 2+ years, on individual merit. *Relevant subjects include: Biology, Biosciences, Ecology, Evolutionary Biology, Geography, Marine Biology, Natural Sciences, Zoology. For full details, including English language requirements and international equivalencies, please visit our course page. |
| Location | University of Exeter - Penryn Campus, Cornwall Penryn Campus Penryn Cornwall TR10 9FE |
Summary
-
Designed in consultation with multiple external agencies to ensure relevant training that maximises graduate employability and targets both research and practical conservation skills
-
Offers substantial fieldwork opportunities in the UK and overseas, including a field course in Africa. Please note, a low-carbon alternative programme is also available – see variants section on our course page.
-
Provides opportunities to connect with external agencies and organisations to further enhance your training
-
Delivered by leading international researchers in Ecology and Conservation
-
Offers access to excellent facilities including state-of-the-art research laboratories, greenhouses and controlled environment rooms
To learn more about modules, assessment methods, facilities and our staff research expertise please visit our course page.
Due to the high demand for this programme we highly recommend that you apply early.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Normally a 2:1 degree of 65% or above in a relevant science subject* is required, although we will consider all applications with a 2.1 where there is evidence of exceptional performance in modules relevant to the programme of study (research and/or numerical skills), and/or significant relevant work experience of 2+ years. *Relevant subjects include: Biosciences, Ecology, Geography, Marine Biology, Marine Sciences, Natural Sciences, Zoology. For full details, including English language requirements and international equivalencies, please visit our course page. |
| Location | University of Exeter - Penryn Campus, Cornwall Penryn Campus Penryn Cornwall TR10 9FE |
Summary
-
Designed in consultation with multiple external agencies to ensure relevant training that maximises graduate employability and targets both research and practical conservation skills
-
Offers substantial fieldwork opportunities in the UK and overseas, including a field course in Africa. Please note, a low-carbon alternative programme is also available – see variants section on our course page.
-
Provides opportunities to connect with external agencies and organisations to further enhance your training
-
Delivered by leading international researchers in Ecology and Conservation
-
Offers access to excellent facilities including state-of-the-art research laboratories, greenhouses and controlled environment rooms
To learn more about modules, assessment methods, facilities and our staff research expertise please visit our course page.
Due to the high demand for this programme we highly recommend that you apply early.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Normally a 2:1 degree of 65% or above in a relevant science subject* is required, although we will consider all applications with a 2.1 where there is evidence of exceptional performance in modules relevant to the programme of study (research and/or numerical skills), and/or significant relevant work experience of 2+ years. *Relevant subjects include: Biosciences, Ecology, Geography, Marine Biology, Marine Sciences, Natural Sciences, Zoology. For full details, including English language requirements and international equivalencies, please visit our course page. |
| Location | University of Exeter - Penryn Campus, Cornwall Penryn Campus Penryn Cornwall TR10 9FE |
Summary
-
Designed in consultation with multiple external agencies to ensure relevant training that maximises graduate employability and targets both research and practical conservation skills
-
Offers substantial fieldwork opportunities in the UK and overseas, including a field course in Africa. Please note, a low-carbon alternative programme is also available – see variants section on our course page.
-
Provides opportunities to connect with external agencies and organisations to further enhance your training
-
Delivered by leading international researchers in Ecology and Conservation
-
Offers access to excellent facilities including state-of-the-art research laboratories, greenhouses and controlled environment rooms
To learn more about modules, assessment methods, facilities and our staff research expertise please visit our course page.
Due to the high demand for this programme we highly recommend that you apply early.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Normally a 2:1 degree of 65% or above in a relevant science subject* is required, although we will consider all applications with a 2.1 where there is evidence of exceptional performance in modules relevant to the programme of study (research and/or numerical skills), and/or significant relevant work experience of 2+ years. *Relevant subjects include: Biosciences, Ecology, Geography, Marine Biology, Marine Sciences, Natural Sciences, Zoology. For full details, including English language requirements and international equivalencies, please visit our course page. |
| Location | University of Exeter - Penryn Campus, Cornwall Penryn Campus Penryn Cornwall TR10 9FE |
Summary
-
Designed in consultation with multiple external agencies to ensure relevant training that maximises graduate employability and targets both research and practical conservation skills
-
Offers substantial fieldwork opportunities in the UK and overseas, including a field course in Africa. Please note, a low-carbon alternative programme is also available – see variants section on our course page.
-
Provides opportunities to connect with external agencies and organisations to further enhance your training
-
Delivered by leading international researchers in Ecology and Conservation
-
Offers access to excellent facilities including state-of-the-art research laboratories, greenhouses and controlled environment rooms
To learn more about modules, assessment methods, facilities and our staff research expertise please visit our course page.
Due to the high demand for this programme we highly recommend that you apply early.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Normally a 2:1 degree of 65% or above in a relevant science subject* is required, although we will consider all applications with a 2.1 where there is evidence of exceptional performance in modules relevant to the programme of study (research and/or numerical skills), and/or significant relevant work experience of 2+ years. *Relevant subjects include: Biosciences, Ecology, Geography, Marine Biology, Marine Sciences, Natural Sciences, Zoology. For full details, including English language requirements and international equivalencies, please visit our course page. |
| Location | University of Exeter - Penryn Campus, Cornwall Penryn Campus Penryn Cornwall TR10 9FE |
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