Chester,
United Kingdom
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MSc Wildlife Conservation (with Project Year) in Chester United Kingdom | University of Chester
University of Chester
|
Chester United Kingdom
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Qualification
Masters Degree (Taught)
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP
10,200
(c. USD13,609.35)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
As global biodiversity faces a steep decline and demand grows for wildlife conservation experts at all levels, our postgraduate program offers training from conservation scientists actively engaged in research across the UK and internationally.
The course enhances your existing expertise while introducing advanced theories and practical techniques in wildlife conservation. Through fieldwork in the UK and abroad, you'll refine both laboratory and field techniques while deepening your understanding of core conservation principles. Instruction comes from leading specialists, combining hands-on training with exposure to groundbreaking research.
Our faculty spearheads innovative conservation initiatives worldwide and has established wildlife crime as an academic discipline. Their work includes protecting critically endangered species like the Giant Pangolin, Grenada Dove, and Hispaniolan Amazon.
You'll join a collaborative learning community featuring extensive fieldwork and laboratory studies, offering direct engagement with vital conservation research. The program also emphasizes professional development, helping you build connections and network with conservation professionals to advance your career.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Applicants should normally possess anhonours degree (minimum 2:1) in a biological/behavioural/ecological science(or demonstrate equivalent experience in a related field, e.g. animal behaviour, conservation biology, zoology) including components of experimental design and statistical analysis. Applicants will also have relevant experience in the field.
Students with a minimum2:1 undergraduate degree in an unrelated area must demonstrate on application that they have equivalent experience in a related field, e.g. wildlife conservation, habitat or protected areas management, or ex-situ conservation.
We recommend that all applicants:
Nominate two academic referees as part of their application who can provide letters of recommendation which highlight the applicant's academic achievements, work commitment and relevant experience.
Include in their personal statement and CV details of any relevant extra-curricular training, volunteering and/or relevant work experience they have obtained. This could include working with a local wildlife trust, animal rescue centre or zoo, for example.
A transcript of marks should be presented with the application.
IELTS - overall 6.5 (Min 5.5 in each sub-skill)
TOEFL iBT - Overall score 88 Min sub skill (Listening- 17, Reading- 18, Speaking- 20, Writing- 17)
Students with a minimum2:1 undergraduate degree in an unrelated area must demonstrate on application that they have equivalent experience in a related field, e.g. wildlife conservation, habitat or protected areas management, or ex-situ conservation.
We recommend that all applicants:
Nominate two academic referees as part of their application who can provide letters of recommendation which highlight the applicant's academic achievements, work commitment and relevant experience.
Include in their personal statement and CV details of any relevant extra-curricular training, volunteering and/or relevant work experience they have obtained. This could include working with a local wildlife trust, animal rescue centre or zoo, for example.
A transcript of marks should be presented with the application.
IELTS - overall 6.5 (Min 5.5 in each sub-skill)
TOEFL iBT - Overall score 88 Min sub skill (Listening- 17, Reading- 18, Speaking- 20, Writing- 17)
Tuition
GBP
10,200