Cambridge,
United Kingdom
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
BSc (Hons) Ecology and Conservation in Cambridge United Kingdom | Anglia Ruskin University
Anglia Ruskin University
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Cambridge United Kingdom
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree with Honours
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP
16,700
(c. USD22,364.81)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months
Gain practical experience with cutting-edge equipment in our 200-seat SuperLab, complemented by field excursions across the UK and tropical ecology studies. Our industry-aligned program holds accreditations from the Royal Society of Biology and CIEEM. Build career-ready skills through research internships or a placement year with leading employers. Address pressing environmental challenges through our Ecology and Conservation degree in Cambridge, preparing you for roles with governments, agencies, and research institutions.
Global awareness of environmental protection is growing as human activity threatens ecosystems worldwide. Our program provides comprehensive knowledge of environmental issues and practical conservation solutions. You'll study biodiversity across scales and master conservation ecology techniques to protect vulnerable species and habitats.
Cambridge emerges as a global conservation hub, hosting major organizations like Fauna and Flora International. Our BSc (Hons) Ecology and Conservation students access exclusive lectures, museums, and specialized libraries throughout their studies.
Past students have completed capstone projects and placements with Natural England, wildlife parks, conservation trusts, and Cambridge's Zoology Museum. We collaborate on real-world projects with the Wildlife Trust, Therfield Heath, and Cambridge City Council.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.0
Qualification Requirements
112 UCAS Tariff points from a minimum of 2 A Levels (or equivalent), including a pass in Biology.
3 GCSEs at grade C, or grade 4, or above, including English and Maths.
If English is not your first language you will be expected to demonstrate a certificated level of proficiency of at least IELTS 6.0 (Academic level) or equivalent English Language qualification, as recognised by Anglia Ruskin University.
Alternatives
BTEC Extended Diploma in Animal Management at grade Distinction, Merit, Merit (112 UCAS Tariff Points) is accepted. Applicants must have also successfully completed specific modules (listed at the foot of this page).
BTEC Extended Diploma in Applied Science at grade Distinction, Merit, Merit is accepted.
UCAS Tariff Points from Access to HE Diplomas in one of the following subjects are accepted: Animal Management, Biological Science, Biological and Environmental Science, Combined Science, Environmental Science, Applied Science, Science for Health Practitioners, Land-Based Studies. Harlow College Access to HE Diploma: Life Science is also accepted.
BTEC Extended Diploma in Marine Biology and Ecology at grade Distinction, Merit, Merit is accepted.
City and Guilds Level 3 Advanced Technical Extended Diploma in Animal Management with a final grade of Distinction. Applicants must have also successfully completed specific modules, please contact the Admissions office at [email protected] for further information.
International Baccalaureate Diploma with a minimum of 24 points is accepted, this must include Biology at Higher level.
UCAS Tariff points from Scottish Advanced Highers are accepted, this must include a Pass in a related subject.
UCAS Tariff points from Scottish Highers are accepted, this must include a Pass in a related subject.
UCAS Tariff points acquired from the International Baccalaureate Certificate are accepted, this must include Biology at Higher level.
UCAS Tariff points from the Irish Leaving Certificate are accepted, this must include a Pass at Higher level in a related subject.
The European Baccalaureate at a minimum overall grade of 60% is accepted, this must include Biology at Higher level.
IELTS 6.0 with 5.5 in each element.
TOEFL iBT with 80 overall and a minimum of 17 in Writing and Listening, 18 in Reading and 20 in Speaking.
3 GCSEs at grade C, or grade 4, or above, including English and Maths.
If English is not your first language you will be expected to demonstrate a certificated level of proficiency of at least IELTS 6.0 (Academic level) or equivalent English Language qualification, as recognised by Anglia Ruskin University.
Alternatives
BTEC Extended Diploma in Animal Management at grade Distinction, Merit, Merit (112 UCAS Tariff Points) is accepted. Applicants must have also successfully completed specific modules (listed at the foot of this page).
BTEC Extended Diploma in Applied Science at grade Distinction, Merit, Merit is accepted.
UCAS Tariff Points from Access to HE Diplomas in one of the following subjects are accepted: Animal Management, Biological Science, Biological and Environmental Science, Combined Science, Environmental Science, Applied Science, Science for Health Practitioners, Land-Based Studies. Harlow College Access to HE Diploma: Life Science is also accepted.
BTEC Extended Diploma in Marine Biology and Ecology at grade Distinction, Merit, Merit is accepted.
City and Guilds Level 3 Advanced Technical Extended Diploma in Animal Management with a final grade of Distinction. Applicants must have also successfully completed specific modules, please contact the Admissions office at [email protected] for further information.
International Baccalaureate Diploma with a minimum of 24 points is accepted, this must include Biology at Higher level.
UCAS Tariff points from Scottish Advanced Highers are accepted, this must include a Pass in a related subject.
UCAS Tariff points from Scottish Highers are accepted, this must include a Pass in a related subject.
UCAS Tariff points acquired from the International Baccalaureate Certificate are accepted, this must include Biology at Higher level.
UCAS Tariff points from the Irish Leaving Certificate are accepted, this must include a Pass at Higher level in a related subject.
The European Baccalaureate at a minimum overall grade of 60% is accepted, this must include Biology at Higher level.
IELTS 6.0 with 5.5 in each element.
TOEFL iBT with 80 overall and a minimum of 17 in Writing and Listening, 18 in Reading and 20 in Speaking.
Tuition
GBP
16,700