BSc (Hons) Ecology and Conservation (with industry sandwich year) in Southwell United Kingdom | Nottingham Trent University

Our planet confronts extraordinary environmental crises that endanger the future of all living beings. This program emphasizes ecological principles, nature's wonders, and preservation strategies by examining habitat dynamics, plant life, and human interactions. Through engaging lectures, hands-on labs, and field studies, you'll develop actionable approaches to these pressing issues while building expertise for a future in ecological conservation.

Our expansive 200-hectare countryside campus serves as an exceptional training ground where classroom knowledge meets real-world application. You'll conduct species inventories and habitat assessments across diverse landscapes under the guidance of instructors with extensive conservation field experience and ecological research backgrounds.

The curriculum features immersive field expeditions to remarkable global locations. Potential destinations include South Africa's savannas, Mediterranean ecosystems in southern Spain, and Pembrokeshire's coastal environments - each offering distinct biodiversity lessons. Additional domestic field excursions to significant natural sites will further enrich your learning.

Between your second and final year, you can opt for a valuable year-long professional placement within the conservation field. This industry experience allows you to specialize in your preferred ecological focus area while significantly enhancing your career readiness.