Course summary
About this course Protecting biodiversity is more pressing than ever. At Southampton, our MSc in Biodiversity and Conservation helps you understand how species, habitats, and ecosystems interact, and why these systems matter. You’ll explore methods for monitoring wildlife, learn to track changes in species populations, and develop evidence-based conservation strategies. You’ll cover global threats like climate change, habitat destruction, and pollution, and discover how to solve these challenges through science, policy, and community action. Your future career This postgraduate degree unlocks careers in ecological consultancy, wildlife conservation, environmental management, and conservation policy. You’ll gain real-world skills in GIS mapping, spatial modelling, ecological data analysis, and environmental impact assessment. These skills are valued by environmental NGOs, government bodies, and consultancies. Many graduates progress to PhD research, lead conservation programmes, or work with international organisations addressing global biodiversity loss. Key features of the course At Southampton, you'll:
- work with researchers shaping global conservation policy and ecological restoration
- use advanced spatial analysis, remote sensing, species population dynamics and spatial distribution modelling
- learn how social and economic factors influence conservation outcomes
- apply your knowledge through fieldwork and data-driven projects
- be assessed using formats used in industry, like policy briefs, consultancy reports, and environmental audits
Modules
For a full list of modules, please visit our website.
Assessment method
At Southampton, assessments are designed to equip you with the skills you need for success in your career. Depending on the modules you choose, you’ll be assessed through a combination of essays, reports, policy briefs, impact statements, environmental management (iso14001) audits, literature reviews, journal articles, presentations, practical and written examinations.
How to apply
International applicants
If English is not your first language, you will need to demonstrate your English ability by meeting our Band C requirements: IELTS 6.5 overall, with a minimum of 6.0 in all components. For information on other accepted English language tests, please see our website.
Entry requirements
You'll need a 2.2 degree in a relevant subject such as geography, physics, geomatics, environmental sciences, ecology, biology, geology, engineering
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
No fee information has been provided for this course
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Sponsorship information
Scholarships, bursaries, sponsorships or grants may be available to support you through your course. Funding opportunities available to you are linked to your subject area and/or your country of origin. These can be from the University of Southampton or other sources.
Provider information
University of Southampton
Highfield
Southampton
SO17 1BJ