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The impacts of climate change and declining biodiversity are progressively altering Earth's ecosystems and human well-being. The University of Cumbria's BSc (Hons) in Ecology and Wildlife Conservation prepares future professionals with essential expertise to tackle urgent environmental issues affecting both societies and planetary ecosystems.
This degree program helps students cultivate comprehensive knowledge, hands-on experience, digital competencies, and versatile skills for thriving in the expanding environmental sector and broader graduate job market. You'll explore core ecological principles and the mechanisms shaping Earth's systems that influence all living organisms, along with the scientific foundations of global wildlife conservation initiatives.
104-120 UCAS Tariff Points, You can find out more about the tariff and qualification options from the UCAS tariff table. Offers are tailored to the individual applicant and their circumstances and can be across the tariff range.
GCSEs: English, Maths and Science at C/4 or above
A-levels: BBC - BBB to include 32 points in Biology, Conservation, Environmental Science or Geography
T-levels: M – T Level Science is accepted for entry to this course
Access to HE: 21 credits at Distinction, 24 at Merit – Science based
CACHE Technical Level 3 and Level 3 Extended Diploma: B - Science based
OCR Cambridge Technical & Edexcel/Pearson BTEC Level 3 (National) Extended Diploma: DMM - to include Biology, Conservation, Environmental Science, Geography or Animal Management
Scottish Highers: BBBB-AABB‚ÄØto include Biology
Irish LC Highers: B1, B2x3 – A2, B1x3 to include Biology, Conservation, Environmental Science or Geography
Other experience: City & Guilds Extended Diploma in Animal Management
INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREAT - Syllabus A: Higher Level 4 OR Standard Level 5
Syllabus B: Higher Level 5       
INTERNATIONAL A-LEVELS - Grade C or above in English