The progress of all master's candidates is monitored biannually by the supervisor and the postgraduate coordinator. A candidate's study may be terminated if the progress is unsatisfactory or if the candidate is unable to finish his/her studies during the prescribed period.

The Master of Science (MSc) is a two-year degree which encompasses both coursework and research. The first year involves mainly coursework and preliminary research preparation. Students will have the opportunity to contribute to existing fields of research, or to begin to develop new areas.

The MSc in Marine Mammal Science prepares students for professional careers in the research and conservation of marine mammals. It is the only research-focused MSc degree in this popular subject worldwide and is taught by leading experts at the Sea Mammal Research Unit and the Scottish Oceans Institute.

The progress of all master's candidates is monitored biannually by the supervisor and the postgraduate coordinator. A candidate's study may be terminated if the progress is unsatisfactory or if the candidate is unable to finish his/her studies during the prescribed period.

Study our masters in Zoo Conservation Biology and you can play your part too, as you develop expertise in the science which underpins the management and maintenance of captive populations, and explore the links with species conservation on a worldwide scale.

Biology MSc course trains the researchers of the future in the fields of genetics, plant biology, ecology, evolutionary biology, and zoology.

Wild animal health has become increasingly popular among non-veterinarians with a first degree in zoology and biology. Recognising this, the RVC, University of London, together with the Zoological Society of London, has developed a unique course aimed at non-veterinary biological science graduates and leading to the MSc in Wild Animal Biology.

The graduate program in biology provides you with flexibility to pursue advanced study in such areas as biology, botany, conservation biology, ecology, fisheries biology, microbiology, rangeland biology, wildlife biology, and zoology.

The MSc in Animal Husbandry Engineering is designed to develop your undergraduate knowledge and improve it through application and research.

The university lecturers base their teaching on current scientific research of their own institute. Thereby, the students are introduced to current research right from the beginning and are given the opportunity early on to carry out independent research in the TiHo laboratories.

The department offers a strong curriculum and provides numerous professional opportunities for its students. This student-centered focus is reflected in the students' many awards and their consistent placement in professional careers.

Within the Entomology graduate program area, a student can select training from a wide range of courses and research programs to prepare for a career in any of the many professional entomology areas, including research, teaching, industry, and extension work.