Navitas UK Applied Wildlife Conservation MSc
Navitas UK

Navitas UK

Applied Wildlife Conservation MSc

Wyndyke Furlong, United Kingdom

Master degree

English

Aug 2024

On-Campus

Key Summary

    About: The Applied Wildlife Conservation MSc provides comprehensive training in wildlife conservation principles and practices. This program explores ecological theories, conservation biology, and management strategies to protect biodiversity. It involves both theoretical studies and practical fieldwork, enabling you to apply your learning to real-world conservation challenges.
    Career Outcomes: Graduates can pursue careers in wildlife conservation, ecological consultancy, environmental policy, and education. They might work with government agencies, non-profit organizations, or private sectors focused on biodiversity protection and habitat management.
  • Explore the intersection of animal behaviour research and conservation, leveraging modern technologies such as eDNA lab techniques to address pressing biodiversity challenges.
  • Take part in an exciting optional European study tour to a field station in southern France.
  • Expertly analyse and interpret real-life data by using cutting edge tools such as Geographic Information Systems (GIS) for spatial analyses, biostatistics and bioinformatics.
  • Hone your research, networking and communication skills by working on projects in collaboration with an active network of local, national and international environmental organisations.
  • Award-winning lecturers and high-impact researchers alongside guest lecturers will help you gain exposure to partnerships with animal behaviour, welfare, conservation genetics, and more.
  • Engage in diverse conservation projects both locally and internationally through field trips, gaining hands-on experience of conservation management challenges.