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Ecology & Environmental Monitoring (Dumfries Campus) MSc

University of Glasgow

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  • Qualification

    MSc - Master of Science

  • Location

    Dumfries Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    SEP

  • Duration

    12 Months

Course summary

The global biodiversity crisis and threats to global sustainable development have highlighted the need for specialists in species identification, population monitoring, and conservation. This Masters programme in Ecology & Environmental Monitoring will help you develop essential skills in species identification, taxonomy, and ecology, and to become a catalyst for effective conservation and the preservation of biodiversity across the globe. In a world facing a biodiversity crisis driven by industrialisation and climate change, this program equips you to make a difference. You'll develop vital skills in species identification, taxonomy, and ecology to lead effective conservation, sustainable resource management, and global biodiversity preservation efforts. Our programme aligns with international commitments such as the Convention on Biological Diversity and the United Nation's Sustainable Development Goals, reflecting the urgency of biodiversity preservation at national, regional, and local levels worldwide. This programme includes three compulsory courses as well as two optional courses, and either a work placement or dissertation in the summer of the academic year, following completion of the taught courses.

Application deadline

21/08/2026

Tuition fees

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£ 2,205month

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University of Glasgow

University of Glasgow

  • University League Table

    29th

  • Campus address

    Gilmorehill (Main) Campus, University Of Glasgow, University Avenue, Glasgow, Scotland, G12 8QQ, United Kingdom

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A wide range of international scholarships are available, including Global Excellence scholarships.
Meet students from across the university with over 350 clubs and societies available – ranging from international student societies to the Baking Society.
Pre-sessional English language provision is available before starting university, with English language support options for the duration of study.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Biological Sciences

    15th out of 87 3

    18th out of 70 1

  • Entry standards

    / Max 225
    207 92%

    3rd

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    77.0 77%

    28th

    11

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.24 81%

    24th

    50

  • Entry standards

    / Max 205
    189 92%

    2nd

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    79.0 79%

    21st

    8

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    2.89 72%

    67th

    2

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