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Applied Ecology and Conservation at University of East Anglia UEA - UCAS

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Course summary

Overview Specialise in conservation ecology on our established MSc course, which provides you with tuition from world-leading experts in Ecology and Conservation from across our Schools of Biological Sciences and Environmental Sciences and from major conservation organisations and institutions such as the RSPB, CEFAS and the Cambridge Conservation Initiative (CCI). You’ll study core taught modules in ecological survey methods, evidence-based global conservation and statistics, complemented by a broad range of optional modules covering topics including Geographical Information Systems (GIS), practical conservation and work experience, evolutionary biology and conservation genetics, conservation policy and statistical modelling using R. You’ll then conduct a five-month research project exploring some of the most pressing biodiversity issues within an area of interest to you – often in collaboration with an external conservation organization in the UK or abroad. Many of our research dissertations are subsequently published in peer-reviewed journals (> 60 publications to date), and this CV-boosting feature of our MSc is a major feature of the success of our alumni in gaining PhD places to continue research. In addition to in-depth exposure to global conservation issues, you’ll develop transferable skills and establish valuable contacts within national and international conservation organisations. These will equip you for progressing to doctoral research, for direct access into conservation-related employment or for pursuing careers in a field such as science communication, education or policy development. Disclaimer Course details are subject to change. You should always confirm the details on the provider's website: www.uea.ac.uk

Modules

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Assessment method

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Entry requirements

Degree classification: 2.2 or equivalent or equivalent overseas qualification Degree subject: Biology-related subject, plus evidence of additional conservation experience. Geography and Environmental Management are also acceptable if containing strong ecological component.


English language requirements

TestGradeAdditional details
IELTS (Academic)6with minimum 6.0 in Writing & Speaking and 5.5 in Listening & Reading

English Foreign Language: Applications from students whose first language is not English are welcome. We require evidence of proficiency in English (including writing, speaking, listening and reading):   Test dates should be within 2 years of the course start date. We also accept a number of other English language tests. Review our English Language Equivalencies for a list of qualifications that we may accept to meet this requirement.

https://www.uea.ac.uk/apply/our-admissions-policy/english-language-equivalencies

https://www.uea.ac.uk/apply/our-admissions-policy/english-language-equivalencies


Fees and funding

Tuition fees

England £13750 Whole course
Northern Ireland £13750 Whole course
Scotland £13750 Whole course
Wales £13750 Whole course
International £26900 Whole 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

Tuition fees are reviewed annually and subject to increase. Some fees are regulated by the UK government and will be changed in line with advice from them. For further information about additional costs for your course and information on fee status please see our website.

Sponsorship information

UEA offers a limited number of scholarships for International students of up to 50 per cent of the value of tuition fees; these awards are based on academic merit.

Applied Ecology and Conservation at University of East Anglia UEA - UCAS