Ecology and Conservation

University of Brighton
Undergraduate (Integrated Masters) 4+ Year Degree Msci (Hon) Full-time 4 Years Biology

A-Level Entry

ABB - BBC

UCAS Points

112 - 128 points

About this course

Our Ecology and Conservation MSci includes an extra year of in-depth study at masters level, so you can develop advanced research skills and specialise in the areas you are most interested in.

You’ll work with researchers who are part of our Centre for Earth Observation Science. and explore key areas within ecology, conservation biology, natural resources management and community health.

You’ll develop practical career-focused skills through laboratory and fieldwork in our rich local environment and overseas. The course is professionally accredited by the Royal Society of Biology.

Top reasons to choose this course

  • Professional accreditation from the Royal Society of Biology.

  • Guaranteed interview scheme with Brighton and Sussex Medical School.

  • Fieldwork opportunities in places such as South Africa and Shropshire, and in the rich local environment.

  • Travel and accommodation included in the fees for mandatory residential trips to locations such as Shropshire (go to the fees and costs section for more info).

  • Specialist facilities such as our aquatic suite, GIS lab, and ecology, microbiology, molecular biology and tissue culture labs.

  • Get involved in our research in areas such as micropollutants, invasive species and aquatic environments, and reintroducing species.

  • Guest lecturers and optional placement year.
  • Entry Requirements

    A-Level Grades ABB - BBC
    UCAS Tariff Points 112 - 128 points
    BTEC DDM - DMM

    Study Options

    This course is available in 2 study options:

    Full-time Shown above

    Duration: 4 Years

    Qualification: Msci (Hon)

    Location: Brighton

    Sandwich

    Duration: 5 Years

    Qualification: Msci (Hon)

    Location: Brighton

    Career Prospects

    Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

    2119 Natural and social science professionals
    3111 Laboratory technicians
    2113 Biochemists and biomedical scientists
    1211 Managers and proprietors in agriculture and horticulture
    2112 Biological scientists
    9112 Forestry and related workers

    Course Details

    Qualification
    Master of Science (with Honours) - Msci (Hon)
    Study Mode
    Full-time
    Duration
    4 Years
    Start Date
    2025
    Academic Year
    2025
    Campus / Location
    Brighton
    Scheme
    Undergraduate (Integrated Masters)
    Subjects
    Biology