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Qualification
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
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Location
Main Site (Aberystwyth)
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Study mode
Full time
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Start date
27-SEP-21
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Duration
3 Years
Course summary
In an era of unprecedented global change, the need to conserve biodiversity has come to the forefront of both research and policy. Global biodiversity is facing a range of emerging threats, including climate change, habitat loss and fragmentation, and the introduction of invasive species. At Aberystwyth University, the BSc Wildlife Conservation will interest those who wish to take a holistic approach that covers all aspects of wildlife conservation and at the same time exploring background scientific knowledge and ecological concepts applied to the conservation of endangered flora, fauna and habitats then this is the course for you.
Overview
Why study Wildlife Conservation at Aberystwyth University?
- Our research is ranked in the top 10 in the UK and 78% of it is assessed as world-leading or internationally excellent (REF, 2014).
- This course will allow you to explore the political, financial, and social forces that underlie wildlife conservation and environmental management.
- You will be taught and mentored by academics who work closely with conservation bodies to inform and advise best-practice in conservation, management and policy. They also carry out practical work in the landscape around Aberystwyth.
- As a student you will enjoy the unrivalled wildlife and countryside: Aberystwyth is a stone’s throw away from many internationally recognised habitats, including UNESCO Dyfi Biosphere, two RAMSAR wetlands, two marine special areas of conservation, two National Nature reserves, several sites of special scientific interest to name but a few, providing you with fabulous fieldwork and recreational opportunities.
- Students who are interested in undertaking a year in industry will be interested in our sister course BSc Wildlife Conservation with integrated year in industry. The syllabus is identical to this course, however you will have a year where you will experience a work placement which is relevant to this course.
Employability
Career prospects
Graduates on this course benefit from both the scientific and policy aspects that underlie wildlife conservation.
Students on this course could enter several organisations involved in conservation biology or general environmental management, such as:
- Natural Resources Wales;
- Wildlife Trusts;
- The Centre for Ecology and Hydrology;
- RSPB;
- National Trust;
- The Environment Agency;
- Local authority departments;
- NGOs;
- This course also permits students to undertake further research studying on any of our MSc, PhD and PGCE courses.
The University has an excellent Careers Advisory Service and we have our own dedicated, professional Careers Advisor. We also have a member of staff who is Director of Employability for IBERS and we are constantly striving to embed and enhance the delivery of real-world skills into every module we offer.
Application deadline
15 January
Tuition fees
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University information
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University League Table
58th
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Student satisfaction
/ Max 54.25 85%5th