Ecology and Conservation Biology University of Leeds

Overview

On this Ecology and Conservation Biology degree from University of Leeds, you’ll gain cutting-edge knowledge and develop skills and experience in the lab and in the field. Learn how to determine the distribution and abundance of different species, how organisms interact with each other and their environment and how to put your ecological knowledge into conservation practice. Personalise your degree in a multidisciplinary way by studying optional modules including climate change, sustainability or environmental law. 

This integrated Masters (MBiol) gives you an additional year of specialist training, to study advanced research topics, with the option to study savannah ecology and conservation in Kenya. You may also choose to apply for our 3 year BSc and transfer to an MBiol up until the end of your second year, subject to suitable academic performance.

Career opportunities

As well as providing you with subject-specific knowledge, we aim to equip you with the best possible skills for a variety of future careers. All of our degrees have a strong emphasis on practical based teaching, small group teaching, online learning and problem-solving.

Throughout the degree, you’ll gain a wide range of transferable skills which are highly valued by employers. Supported by the faculty student opportunity team, Leeds for Life scheme and your academic and personal tutor, you’ll be ideally placed to focus on your personal development and make the most of your time at university.

Ecologists have a vital role to play in monitoring our environment. They must understand both how and why our environment is changing, and the subsequent impact on biodiversity. The skills and knowledge you develop will be relevant to ecology-related careers as well as broader opportunities after graduation.

Typical graduate careers include:

• Ecologist
• Environmental Consultant
• Teaching
• Academic Researcher
• Nature Conservation Officer