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MSc Global Wildlife Health and Conservation

University of Bristol

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  • Qualification

    MSc - Master of Science

  • Location

    Langford

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    SEP

  • Duration

    1 Year

Course summary

This unique programme is taught in collaboration with Bristol Zoological Society and includes practical experience, field trips and mentoring from global experts. It prepares you for a career as a wildlife professional with the skills and knowledge to handle the practical situations that professional wildlife biologists face daily. The programme covers the conservation and health of wildlife in situ, and ex-situ (both temporarily for rehabilitation and long-term captive breeding programmes). You'll learn a wide range of theoretical concepts and practical skills, including: Animal capture and handling techniques and optimal care of wildlife during rehabilitation. Surveillance, diagnostics, risk analysis and other tools and methods of controlling wildlife diseases. Effects of human activities and climate change on the health of wildlife populations Assessment, stabilisation, and transportation of injured animals. Preventive medicine and interventions to maintain the health of captive wild animals. Animal behavioural principles and welfare science to predict and tackle wildlife management problems. Ethics and legislation affecting wildlife care. Factors associated with successful endangered species breeding programmes and reintroductions to the wild. The curriculum covers surveillance, epidemiology, and control of wildlife diseases, and the ‘One Health’ approach, integrating animal, human, and environmental health which are key to tackling emerging diseases and preventing pandemics. You will learn ecological surveying techniques and how to use new technologies, such as GIS, remote sensing, and Species Distribution Models to address wildlife conservation issues. Additionally, you'll be introduced to effective conservation principles and practices to combat biodiversity loss and climate change.

Application deadline

10/09/2026

Tuition fees

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£ 32,900per year

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University information

University of Bristol

University of Bristol

University of Bristol

  • University League Table

    17th

  • Campus address

    Main Site, Beacon House, Queens Road, Bristol, Bristol, BS8 1QU, United Kingdom

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Bristol is one of the UK's leading research universities, with a curriculum informed by the latest research and degrees taught by expert academics.
Over a quarter of Bristol students are international, with students from more than 150 countries helping to create a friendly and diverse community.
The Careers Service offers advice, events and resources for international students during their studies and for up to three years after graduation.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Biological Sciences

    9th out of 87 1

  • Entry standards

    / Max 225
    156 69%

    18th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    77.0 77%

    28th

    6

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.30 82%

    11th

    18

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