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Qualification
Postgraduate Certificate
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Location
Francis Close Hall Campus (Cheltenham)
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Study mode
Part time
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Start date
17-SEP-24, 17-SEP-25
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Duration
1 year
Course summary
What is Applied Ecology MSc?
On this course you’ll get the knowledge and skills you need for all areas of practical ecology and conservation – with a highly practical emphasis involving on hands-on exercises in field and laboratory settings.
In the field you’ll learn identification skills for a wide range of species, as well as industry-standard survey techniques like phase 1 habitat surveying, habitat condition assessments, national vegetation classification and bird territory mapping. In the lab you’ll study taxonomy through microscopy and perform measures of environmental condition such as water oxygen levels and soil nutrient status to enable better understanding of species-environment interactions.
There is considerable optionality in the course, both in choice of modules and in assessment topics within modules, allowing students to tailor course content to their own interests and career aspirations.
Study style
The course is block taught two days a week (currently Thursdays and Fridays). Assessment is by a range of and exclusively through coursework, with an emphasis on field and laboratory research and consultancy reports – often involving live project briefs from external partners. Your assignments will improve understanding of ecological monitoring, management and conservation and, in many cases, will have direct and immediate practical relevance.
Possible careers
Graduates from this course can go on to work in:
- field-based or research roles within ecological, environmental and conservation organisations
- ecological consultancy
- careers in ecological communication, policy or education.
Tuition fees
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Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.
University information
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University League Table
98th
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Campus address
University of Gloucestershire, The Park, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GL50 2RH, England
Subject rankings
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Subject ranking
65th out of 97 12
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Entry standards
/ Max 228108 47%84th
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Graduate prospects
/ Max 10080.0 80%27th
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Student satisfaction
/ Max 54.03 81%22nd
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