Ecology and Conservation Biology University of Leeds

Overview

On this course, you’ll gain cutting-edge knowledge and develop your skills and experience in ecology and conservation, from your doorstep to the globe. With exciting field courses in wonderful landscapes, to observations of animal behaviour in the lab, you’ll learn how to measure the distribution and abundance of different species, how organisms interact with each other and their environment, and be challenged to think creatively about the application of ecology to conservation problems. Personalise your degree by choosing from a wide choice of optional modules, including animal behaviour, evolution, climate change science, sustainability, and environmental law.

This integrated Ecology and Conservation Biology Masters (MBiol) from University of Leeds gives you an additional year of specialist training to study advanced research topics and undertake your own extended research project. You may also choose to apply for our three-year BSc and transfer to an MBiol up until the end of your second year, subject to suitable academic performance.

Why study at Leeds

• Study with one of the largest centres for biological sciences research in the UK, with access to cutting‑edge facilities, industry links and specialist research opportunities.
• One of the broadest ecology degree programmes with optional modules from across the University, which will build your knowledge of ecology and conservation from a wide perspective.
• Put theory into practice by undertaking fieldwork activities within the UK, Spain and South Africa. You’ll advance your research skills and gain hands-on experience highly valued by employers in industry or in postgraduate education.
• Learn about sustainable cities and the value of biodiversity on your own doorstep during the urban ecology field course.
• One year of additional specialist training culminating in an original, cutting-edge extended research project that will equip you with the skills necessary for a research career and set you apart in the graduate job market.
• Flexible options to transfer onto other suitable and related degrees at the end of year 1, as many programmes within our School share a common first year.