Environmental Conservation, PGDip – (M.Sc.)

This programme is for individuals already working in environmental conservation who seek to broaden or update their knowledge, and for graduates who wish to become professionally involved in conservation and environmental management.

Various conservation organisations have advised on the content of this degree, ensuring strong links between the programme and the needs of the conservation professions. The programme is structured around four compulsory conservation courses that integrate theoretical and practical aspects of contemporary conservation and environmental management.

Students develop an interdisciplinary understanding of modern-day conservation and environmental management, and gain a practical understanding of conservation techniques and strategies. They also acquire the skills to critically apply conservation techniques and methods to practical situations and understand modern-day conservation decision making and the underlying criteria and values. In addition, they gain specific knowledge and skills through their chosen optional courses.

During June to September students undertake a research project in a specialist area of conservation, often in collaboration with an external organisation.

Career options
Graduates from this programme can pursue careers in conservation organisations in the UK and overseas, including central and local government, environmental consultancies, non-governmental organisations, business, the media and environmental education.