MSci Ecology and Conservation with Integrated Master's

Keele University

MSci Ecology and Conservation with Integrated Master's

  • Country United Kingdom
  • Course Duration 48 month
  • Course Type Full Time
  • Courses Campus On Campus
  • Language Specification IELTS
  • Program Level Post-Graduate
  • Education Required Undergraduate
  • Admission intake SEP
  • Minimum GPA 70
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Application Charges

Application Fee Tution Fee
Free GBP 17,900

Application Date

Application Start Date Application Closing Date
2023-03-03
2023-08-20

Program Description

Our Ecology and Conservation with Integrated Master's offers an advanced understanding of ecology, conservation biology, conservation practice and environmental management to address the ecological and conservation issues facing our planet.With a strong emphasis on applied learning, the programme includes fieldwork opportunities - such as day activities and residential field courses during each year of your studies. Integrated Master's are highly valued by employers as you will graduate with an enhanced depth and breadth of knowledge and a range of advanced skills and competencies needed for particular specialist roles in the field.

YEAR ONE

The first year of the programme is carefully designed to bring together the diverse learning experiences across the cohort, enabling common understanding of ecology and conservation issues. Core first year modules examine topics such as approaches to conservation in policy and practice, the diversity of animals in the world and ecology and plant biology.To help you develop the appropriate skills needed to succeed in this field, you will study a 'core skills' module. This will provide you with a suite of study skills and subject-specific practical skills in areas such as:
  • Fieldwork in both laboratory and field-based environments
  • Programming
  • Statistics
  • Techniques of data capture
  • Writing and communication
Throughout your studies you will have the opportunity to choose from a variety of optional modules. This will add breadth and depth to your learning and enable you to personalise your degree towards your career aspirations and interests.

YEAR TWO

During your second year, you will develop an understanding of more advanced topics in the field - such as environmental biology. From carrying out research in the real world through an environmental impact assessment, to spending time gaining work experience in a relevant industry - our curriculum offers multiple opportunities to apply your learning to environments similar to those you may encounter within your career.

YEAR THREE

During year three, you can unleash your creativity and apply the techniques you have acquired during your studies to a variety of projects. You will tackle a real-world ecological consultancy project, complete a final year dissertation, use Geographical Information Systems (GIS) to solve real-world problems and critically evaluate a specific green production system.

To align your degree to your career aspirations or interests, you can also choose from a wide variety of optional modules such as behavioural ecology and clean technology.

YEAR FOUR

Your final year will include an extended research project, a conservation placement, conservation research design and modules in applied ecology and conservation and biodiversity skills.

FIELDWORK

From examining main rock types and their physical structures to geological mapping, fieldwork is embedded into core modules throughout your studies to ensure you graduate with key geological observation and interpretation skills.Fieldwork activities may include:
  • Environmental survey design
  • Plant and invertebrate identification
  • Sample collection and preservation
  • Social science research techniques
  • Soil assessment
  • Water quality assessment

ENHANCE YOUR EMPLOYABILITY

Opportunities for you to enhance your employability is at the heart of our curriculum and we aim to equip you with the necessary tools and practical experience to support your graduate journey.
Our year two employability module offers a variety of work relevant experiences. From project-based learning to research opportunities - you will learn about and experience a variety of career paths and identify skills that are essential in these roles. Between years two and three of your degree, you can also spend a year gaining work experience with an ecologically-focused company or organisation. This will benefit you by providing familiarisation with the professional working environment and the opportunity to apply the skills and theories you have learnt.

INTERNATIONAL YEAR

In between years two and three of your studies you can choose to spend a year studying abroad. This exciting opportunity enables you to experience different cultural perspectives and to establish international networks. It also shows you have the personal attributes to embrace new experiences which can enhance your employability. We offer exchange opportunities with a wide variety of partner institutions.

STUDENT SUPPORT

We offer a multi layered student support structure to help you meet your academic and personal needs. Our open-door policy enables you to engage with us directly, meaning you can seek support, gain feedback or discuss any matters related to your course on a regular basis. You will also benefit from the support of an assigned academic mentor and a member of staff from Keele's .

SOCIETIES

We have a wealth of student-led societies which cover a diverse range of interests. Joining a society related to the field is a great opportunity to continue to develop your skills away from your studies. This is another excellent way of demonstrating your genuine interest for the area and can be beneficial when it comes to applying for graduate roles. It’s also a great way to meet like-minded people, make friends and share interests with fellow students.

Other Requirements

  • CISCE / CBSE / West Bengal Class XII: 60% - 90% required depending on course. Subjects Requirements : - Maths with 60% and English with 60% All other State Boards Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) / Standard Class XII: 65% - 95% required depending on course.Subjects Requirements : - Maths with 70% and English with 60% 2 years of study must have been completed.
  • For IELTS Waiver : CISCE/CBSE Class XII: 70% or above. All other State Boards Class XII (except Punjab or Mohali School Education Board): 75% or above in English, depending on course.Study should be taught in English. Otherwise IELTS is required.

Extra Notes


* NOTE : The Tuition Fee is subject to change Semester wise, as such for exact Tuition Fee kindly see the Website of the respective University.
* NOTE : Pathways : Students who want to pursue a Graduate Degree through a particular University but are unable to meet the university requirements for the GPA, GRE/GMAT or English Language scores, have to take up an additional academic and language support i.e. pathways in order to ensure the admit and study at the desired University.