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Environmental Biology MSci (Hons)

University of Nottingham

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Course options

4 options available

  • Qualification

    Master of Science (with Honours) - Msci (Hon)

  • Location

    University Park Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    SEP

  • Duration

    4 Years

Course summary

Are you passionate about environmental protection, wildlife conservation and ecology?Our course uncovers the human impacts on our natural environment. You will study environmental threats and management. The biggest threats to biodiversity are climate change, habitat loss, invasive species. You'll study the effect of these threats, and learn ways to manage and reduce them.This integrated masters develops advanced skills in research, analytics and communication.All environmental sciences students will complete fieldwork and gain practical skills. This real-world experience allows you to apply your knowledge and develop the skills which are in demand by the environmental sector. Topics include:- Ecology- Conservation- Animal behaviour- Botany- Sustainability- Environmental protectionOur flexible course means you can choose the modules that interest you most.


Practical work

You'll gain experience in surveying techniques that are used when working as an ecologist. Day trips, field work and visits to local sites will include activities such as:- bat surveys- phase one habitat surveys- sustainable homes- renewable energy- winter tree IDYou'll be taught by active researchers who work with environmental consultancies on bioenergy technology projects. Ecologists from local consultancies deliver training and expertise.


Placement opportunity

Get real-life experience with a possible industry placement year.


Study abroad

You'll have the opportunity to apply to study abroad and gain a global perspective of environmental science

Tuition fees

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£ 28,600per year

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University information

University of Nottingham

University of Nottingham

University of Nottingham

  • University League Table

    30th

  • Campus address

    University of Nottingham, University Park, Nottingham, Nottingham, NG7 2RD, England

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Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Biological Sciences

    28th out of 94

    20th out of 73 1

  • Entry standards

    / Max 228
    147 64%

    33rd

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    81.0 81%

    28th

    13

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.00 75%

    67th

    7

  • Entry standards

    / Max 211
    145 69%

    24th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    79.0 79%

    23rd

    7

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.02 76%

    51st

    12

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