Ecology and Conservation with Integrated Master's Keele University

Overview

The Ecology and Conservation with Integrated Master's at Keele University provides an advanced academic framework for understanding conservation biology and environmental management. This four-year programme is designed to equip students with the professional competencies required to address the complex ecological issues facing the modern world. By combining undergraduate and postgraduate levels of study, the curriculum ensures a deep immersion in both theoretical knowledge and practical application.

Students benefit from a strong emphasis on applied learning, utilising the extensive 600-acre campus as a living laboratory for environmental observation. The integrated nature of the degree allows for a seamless transition into high-level research, making graduates highly competitive for specialist roles in the sector.

Why Ecology and Conservation with Integrated Master's at Keele University?

• Benefit from Master's-level training in research, laboratory, and computing techniques that accelerate your career progression or suitability for PhD study.
• Study at an institution ranked in the Top 20 in the UK for Earth and marine sciences according to the Guardian University League Table 2024.
• Utilise a unique 600-acre campus featuring lake systems and woodlands for authentic fieldwork and experimentation.
• Gain recognition through the external Field Identification Skills Certificate, which is highly valued by employers in the environmental sector.
• Learn from expert staff who possess direct experience working within the ecology and conservation industry.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: GBP 18200 per year
• National fee: GBP 2026 per year

Visit the Fees and Funding section for a breakdown in your local currency.

Syllabus

Modules may include:

Year 1

• Nature, Conservation & Society
• Studying the Environment
• Academic, Professional and Fieldwork Skills
• Ecology and Plant Biology
• Environmental Chemistry
• Sustainability Policy and Practice
• Animal Biology

Year 2

• Human Impact on the Environment
• Environmental Impact Assessment
• Geographic Information Science and Remote Sensing
• Environmental Biology
• Geographical and Environmental Field Skills
• Biodiversity Crisis
• Animal Behaviour

Year 3

• Dissertation
• Applied GIS
• Ecotoxicology and Risk Assessment
• Extinction!
• Animals and Society
• Tropical Biology Field Course
• Insect Ecology and Pest Management

Year 4

• Research Design
• Climate Change Science
• International Environmental Law
• Applied Ecology and Conservation
• Biodiversity Skills
• Advanced GIS and Remote Sensing

Careers with Ecology and Conservation with Integrated Master's

Graduates are well-prepared for professional roles across various sectors, including environmental consultancy, conservation charities, and regional government. The advanced research skills gained during the final year provide an excellent foundation for those wishing to pursue a PhD or a career as a research scientist. The programme focuses on developing transferable skills such as habitat mapping, data analysis, and technical report writing.

Potential career paths include becoming an Ecological Consultant, Nature Conservation Officer, or Sustainability Consultant. Graduates may also find opportunities as Wildlife Rangers, Environmental Education Officers, or Town Planners. The curriculum's focus on practical experience ensures that students are ready to enter industries such as environmental health, waste management, and ecological monitoring immediately upon completion of their studies.