Ecology and Conservation MSc
The MSc in Ecology and Conservation is one of our most popular postgraduate schemes.
At the heart of its success is flexibility of choice from a wide range of modules that meet the needs or interests of any student of Ecological or Conservation Sciences. This vocational degree offers you the chance to blend Ecological and Environmental Science topics with those from areas such as Social Science, Geography, and Statistics.
This MSc provides you with an understanding of the relationships between living organisms and their physical, chemical and biotic environment whilst also providing important specific skills related to environmental monitoring and management.
The course also develops transferable skills appropriate to a career in research, consultancy or industry. Graduates have gone on to pursue careers in the environmental and conservation sectors, as well as progressing to further study for a PhD.
Modules:
Dissertation Project Six modules from a selection of relevant Biological, Ecological, Environmental and Geographical modules (subject to change)
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Essential Info
For Entry: 2013
Director of Studies: Dr Ian Hartley
Duration: 12 months full-time, 24 months part-time
Entry Requirements: Upper second class honours degree, or its equivalent, in a relevant subject
IELTS: 6.5 or equivalent
Assessment: Coursework, presentations, examinations and dissertation
Funding: All applicants should consult www.lancs.ac.uk/pgfunding/
Fees: View details of our current Postgraduate Research fees or Postgraduate Taught fees.
Duration: Full time 12 Month(s), Part time 24 Month(s)
Department: Lancaster Environment Centre
Phone: +44 (0)1524 593478
Email: lec.pg@lancaster.ac.uk
Course Structure
For information on the course structure as followed by our current students, please see Lancaster University's Online Courses Handbook