Environmental Biology

Are you passionate about environmental protection, wildlife conservation and ecology?

Our course uncovers the human impacts on our natural environment. You will study environmental threats and management. The biggest threats to biodiversity are climate change, habitat loss, invasive species. You'll study the effect of these threats, and learn ways to manage and reduce them.

This integrated masters develops advanced skills in research, analytics and communication.

All environmental sciences students will complete fieldwork and gain practical skills. This real-world experience allows you to apply your knowledge and develop the skills which are in demand by the environmental sector.

Topics include:

- Ecology

- Conservation

- Animal behaviour

- Botany

- Sustainability

- Environmental protection

Our flexible course means you can choose the modules that interest you most.

Practical work

You'll gain experience in surveying techniques that are used when working as an ecologist. Day trips, field work and visits to local sites will include activities such as:

- bat surveys

- phase one habitat surveys

- sustainable homes

- renewable energy

- winter tree ID

You'll be taught by active researchers who work with environmental consultancies on bioenergy technology projects. Ecologists from local consultancies deliver training and expertise.

Placement opportunity
Get real-life experience with a possible industry placement year.

Study abroad
You'll have the opportunity to apply to study abroad and gain a global perspective of environmental science