Overview
Key facts
Throughout your degree at Lancaster University's Ecology and Conservation - Placement Year (Hons) you will have the opportunity to experience a range of exciting fieldwork modules and residential courses. You will explore the Doñana National Park, in the south west of Spain, which is home to a plethora of plant and animal species, including the world’s most endangered cat, the Iberian Lynx. You can visit some of the UK’s last remaining natural habitats in rural Scotland, and observe a range of animals including red deer, mountain hare, pine marten, osprey and golden eagle; or contribute to an expert-led study of the Rift Valley of Kenya, where you will evaluate the challenge of balancing tropical conversation and human activity.
Your first year will begin with a rounded introduction to ecology and conservation biology. You will participate in the field course in southern Spain, and you will study a series of modules in ecology, evolutionary biology and conservation. You will also take a Placement Preparation module which provides guidance on writing your CV, finding a placement and interview techniques.
Specialisation from the second year onwards allows you to choose topics that match your interests. A diverse range of modules will equip you with a range of ecology, conservation biology and practical skills. You can choose from a selection of relevant optional modules such as Evolution and Environmental Physiology, Animal Behaviour, Conservation in Practice and Issues in Conservation Biology and you will carry out an independent research project. You will also take part in a ‘work-based learning’ module designed to provide guidance and support as you apply for nationally advertised placements and help you gain the most from your placement year.
You will spend your third year on placement, which may be in a science or non-science related position before returning to Lancaster where you will continue in your chosen specialities. The placement offers you the opportunity to work as a full-time employee of the organisation whilst still receiving both academic and pastoral support from the University.
Programme Structure
Courses included:
- Aquatic Ecology
- Biodiversity and Conservation
- Environmental Processes and Systems
- Evolutionary Biology
- Global Change Biology
- Global Environmental Challenges
- Spanish-Donana Field Course
- Zoology
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 48 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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We recommend that you aim to submit your application well before 30 June, in order to ensure your application has the best opportunity of being successful.
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Credits
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Disciplines
Biology Biodiversity & Conservation Ecology View 550 other Bachelors in Biology in United KingdomWhat students do after studying
Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
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Student insurance
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- Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
- Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
- Liability
- Home contents and baggage
- Accidents
- Legal aid
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Other requirements
General requirements
- A Level ABB
- Required Subjects A level grade BB in two sciences from the following; Biology, Chemistry, Computing, Environmental Science, Geography, Geology, Human Biology, Mathematics, Physics or Psychology.
- GCSE Mathematics grade B or 5, English Language grade C or 4
- International Baccalaureate 32 points overall with 16 points from the best 3 Higher Level subjects including two science subjects at HL grade 6
- BTEC Distinction
Tuition Fee
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29820 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 29820 GBP per year during 48 months. -
National
9250 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 9250 GBP per year during 48 months.
Living costs for Lancaster
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Funding
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Scholarships Information
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Available Scholarships
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