Understanding how to conserve biodiversity has never been more important. Delivered by leading international researchers in biodiversity and conservation, this course focuses on the biological principles underlying biodiversity, its assessment and management. You’ll understand the ecological factors behind biodiversity and conservation, learn key field skills for assessing and managing biodiversity and gain key analytical skills for a range of academic and professional careers. Your learning will be heavily influenced by our researcher's world-leading research, which drives national and international policy agendas around environmental change and global sustainability. This course is designed to prepare you for a career in ecology or conservation, or for further research at PhD level. If you’re already an established conservation professional, our modules provide additional skills to support you to progress in your employment. Additional highlights: The research project is designed to equip you with key practical and analytical skills. Connect with external agencies and organisations - potential employers including Natural England and the National Trust contribute directly to our teaching. Practical training and invaluable networking opportunities such as fieldwork in the Yorkshire Dales with the National Trust. Leeds is one of the best locations geographically to study biodiversity and conservation - you’ll be within easy reach of three areas of great natural beauty and dramatic scenery. Gain invaluable practical skills with optional field courses in African ecology and Mediterranean ecology.