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Qualification
MSc - Master of Science
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Location
University of East Anglia UEA
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Study mode
Full time
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Start date
16-SEP-25
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Duration
1 year
Course summary
Course Overview
Specialise in conservation ecology on our established MSc course, which provides you with tuition from world-leading experts in Ecology and Conservation from across our Schools of Biological Sciences and Environmental Sciences and from major conservation organisations and institutions such as the RSPB, CEFAS and the Cambridge Conservation Initiative (CCI).
You’ll study core taught modules in ecological survey methods, evidence-based global conservation and statistics, complemented by a broad range of optional modules covering topics including Geographical Information Systems (GIS), practical conservation and work experience, evolutionary biology and conservation genetics, conservation policy and statistical modelling using R.
You’ll then conduct a five-month research project exploring some of the most pressing biodiversity issues within an area of interest to you – often in collaboration with an external conservation organization in the UK or abroad. Many of our research dissertations are subsequently published in peer-reviewed journals (> 60 publications to date), and this CV-boosting feature of our MSc is a major feature of the success of our alumni in gaining PhD places to continue research.
In addition to in-depth exposure to global conservation issues, you’ll develop transferable skills and establish valuable contacts within national and international conservation organisations. These will equip you for progressing to doctoral research, for direct access into conservation-related employment or for pursuing careers in a field such as science communication, education or policy development.
Application deadline
31 July 2025
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£ 26,900per year
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
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Campus address
University of East Anglia UEA, Norwich Research Park, Norwich, Norfolk, NR4 7TJ, England
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Subject ranking
29th out of 94 2
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Entry standards
/ Max 228137 60%41st
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Graduate prospects
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Student satisfaction
/ Max 43.12 78%36th
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