Newcastle University, the United Kingdom
Newcastle University| The award | How you will study | Study duration | Course start | Domestic course fees | International course fees |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MSc | Full-time, Part-time | 12 - 24 months | September | find out | find out |
About this course
You will study biodiversity and conservation in the context of a range of UK ecosystems including woodland, grassland and moor.
You'll develop practical skills in habitat assessment and species identification. You will also expand your academic understanding, contribute to relevant research and meet local practitioners.
The course is suitable for graduates with a background in ecology, biology and environmental science, but also for people with an interest in wildlife who are seeking a career change towards conservation, habitat management or ecological consultancy.
We have strong links with public and private sector organisations including:
What you'll learn
You will develop understanding, practical ability and critical awareness around the following:
Support is available to you if you:
We offer help in academic and professional skills such as:
Our approach to data analysis is suitable for different ability levels. We use R software assuming basic knowledge, but build on it quickly so you can analyse and present dissertation data professionally, and undertake similar research in your future employment.
Delivery
This course is taught in a block format each block lasting 4 weeks.
You will be taught through:
Independent study outside of these structured sessions is expected. Where possible assessments will be used to develop your employability skills such as:
Exams are avoided wherever possible.
Facilities
We have two University Farms:
The farms have recently entered into an Environmental Stewardship agreement to maintain and enhance important habitats. The farms and facilities are accessible for your project work.
Newcastle is close to some very special natural and man-made habitats. These habitats all have biodiversity interest and many with challenging conservation issues. It is a prime location for study. We are located close to the hills and plains of Northumberland, County Durham and the Lake District.
There will be chances to visit:
There are also great rail links to Edinburgh and London.
See our course-specific Fees and Funding page.
A 2:2 honours degree, or international equivalent, in a relevant science discipline, such as:
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.
Our typical English Language requirements are listed as IELTS scores but we also accept a wide range of English Language tests.
The equivalent academic qualifications that we accept are listed on our country pages.
Pre-sessional English Course Requirements
You can study a pre-sessional English course at our INTO Newcastle Centre.
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