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Biodiversity and Conservation MSc

University of Southampton

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  • Qualification

    MSc - Master of Science

  • Location

    Highfield Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    21-SEP-26

  • Duration

    1 Year

Course summary

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 Further information Visit our course page for a full list of modules and detailed requirements.

Application deadline

02/09/2026

Tuition fees

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£ 31,200per year

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University information

University of Southampton

University of Southampton

University of Southampton

  • University League Table

    17th

  • Campus address

    Main Site - Highfield Campus, Highfield, Southampton, Hampshire, SO17 1BJ, United Kingdom

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Southampton is proud of its inclusive international community, welcoming over 10,000 students from more than 130 countries.
Southampton is a truly global university. It has 350+ student-led clubs and societies, which provide great opportunities to build intercultural skills.
Specialist careers support and 400+ paid internships and work experience opportunities prepare international students for their future in the global job market.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Biological Sciences

    20th out of 91 7

  • Entry standards

    / Max 218
    155 71%

    24th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    83.0 83%

    14th

    20

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.01 75%

    67th

    7

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