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  • Qualification

    Postgraduate Certificate

  • Location

    Francis Close Hall Campus (Cheltenham)

  • Study mode

    Part time

  • Start date

    17-SEP-24, 17-SEP-25

  • 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

Students living in United States
(International fees)

£ 5,700per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

University information

University of Gloucestershire

University of Gloucestershire

  • University League Table

    98th

  • Campus address

    University of Gloucestershire, The Park, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GL50 2RH, England

Taught and research programmes meet students' needs, whether their postgraduate goal is to boost or change their career or specialise in a subject they love.
Students are challenged and supported to get the most from their postgraduate experience and the qualifications, contacts and skills to take their next step.
Three unique campuses offer the best of city and country living, and give those who are visiting from further afield a safe home away from home.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    65th out of 97 12

  • Entry standards

    / Max 228
    108 47%

    84th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    80.0 80%

    27th

    15
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 5
    4.03 81%

    22nd

    14

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