Conservation Biology BSc (Hons)
University of Plymouth
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Why should we conserve biodiversity? How can we manage and restore habitats? With a hands-on approach, we’ll give you the scientific tools to address these issues, developing your understanding of plant and animal biodiversity in the UK and abroad. Develop your knowledge of key areas such as population ecology, evolutionary processes, behavioural ecology, conservation genetics and habitat management, and prime yourself for a career in ecology, conservation or environmental monitoring.* We’re ...Read more

Why should we conserve biodiversity? How can we manage and restore habitats? With a hands-on approach, we’ll give you the scientific tools to address these issues, developing your understanding of plant and animal biodiversity in the UK and abroad. Develop your knowledge of key areas such as population ecology, evolutionary processes, behavioural ecology, conservation genetics and habitat management, and prime yourself for a career in ecology, conservation or environmental monitoring.* We’re very proud of our National Student Survey (NSS) 2020 return: 100% of the student respondents said our staff are good at explaining things, 100% said that the course intellectually stimulating and 97% also expressed overall satisfaction with the course.* Explore the varied natural habitats for fieldwork on our doorstep in Devon and Cornwall.* You will have the opportunity of experience two overseas, residential field courses or an alternative in years 1 and 2, giving you first-hand experience of a range of ecosystems. Recent field course locations include Spain, Mexico and Costa Rica.* Benefit from enthusiastic, committed, and approachable staff whose expertise is endorsed with years of research and work in the private conservational sector.* Participate in an optional work placement year, giving you the opportunity to apply your knowledge in a real world context. * Benefit from our strong links with local organisations such as Paignton Zoo, the Eden Project, the Devon Wildlife Trust and Dartmoor National Park, along with various countryside management teams.* Equip yourself with the academic background and skills training for careers in ecology, conservation, environmental monitoring and habitat management. * LABplus is a unique open access laboratory and resource centre designed for students studying science and engineering courses. The lab provides a flexible workspace, computing facilities, specialist software, access to microscopes, microscope cameras and bespoke resources. * Take part in small group tutorials running throughout Years 1 and 2.* Boost your practical skills using our specialised facilities including controlled environment chambers, experimental glasshouses, and an electron microscopy unit.

WUSCA ranking:
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70/101
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
41st
CUG Ranking
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Source: Complete University Guide 2025
65th
Ecology and Environmental Biology
Drop-out rate
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The percentage of students who didn't finish the course.
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100 - 90 = 10% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
10%
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65%
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Source: UNISTATS, 2019
Ecology and Environmental Biology graduate salary at this uni
£14,000
UK Ecology and Environmental Biology graduate salary
£18,000
What students say
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Lana
06 Dec 23

Staff and lecturers are really supportive and empathetic and are really enthusiastic about the material they teach which is amazing as it keeps you focused! The facilities are..Read more

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Isabella
05 Dec 23

The facilities and loco atino are really good..Read more

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Scottish Higher:

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UCAS Tariff:

104 - 128 Grades / Points required

Access to HE Diploma:

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AQA Certificate in Mathematical Studies (Core Maths):

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AS:

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City & Guilds Certificate in Using and Applying Mathematics (Core Maths):

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Extended Project:

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International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:

28 - 32 Grades / Points required

Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017):

H2,H2,H3,H3,H3 - H2,H2,H2,H3,H3 Grades / Points required

OCR Certificate in Quantitative Problem Solving (MEI) (Core Maths):

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OCR Certificate in Quantitative Reasoning (MEI) (Core Maths):

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Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Certificate (first teaching from September 2016):

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Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):

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Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016):

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Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):

DDM - DDD Grades / Points required

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):

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Pearson Edexcel Certificate in Mathematics in Context (Core Maths):

Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.

Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015):

Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.

WJEC Eduqas Certificate in Mathematics for Work and Life (Core Maths):

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104 to 128 UCAS pointsTo include A level Biology and a second relevant subject (Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Geography, Geology, Environmental Science or Environmental Studies, Marine Science or Psychology

104 to 128 UCAS points to include Advanced Highers Biology and a second relevant science (Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Geography, Geology, Environmental Science or Environmental Studies, Marine Science or Psychology

104 to 128 UCAS points to include Advanced Highers Biology and a second relevant science(Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Geography, Geology, Environmental Science or Environmental Studies, Marine Science or Psychology)

To include A level Biology and a second relevant subject (Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Geography, Geology, Environmental Science or Environmental Studies, Marine Science or Psychology.

Pass Access, 45 at Level 3, 33 at Merit/Distinction to include 12 in Biology with Merit, remainder should be in science with Merit or above. Maths and English GCSE at C/4 or above.

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to include 5 @ HL Biology and be studying a second relevant science. (Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Geography, Geology, Environmental Science or Environmental Studies, Marine Science or Psychology) Maths and English accepted within

To include Biology and a second relevant science (Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Geography, Geology, Environmental Science or Environmental Studies, Marine Science or Psychology) GCSE Maths and English at Grade C/4 or equivalent.

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Relevant science subject. Depending upon subject and modules within.

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Popular A-level subjects

Ecology and Environmental Biology

Top 5 A-levels taken by students who study this subject at uni.

Biology
89%
Chemistry
41%
Geography
30%
Mathematics
24%
Psychology
24%
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Lana
06 Dec 23
Conservation Biology BSc (Hons)
Staff and lecturers are really supportive and empathetic and are really enthusiastic about the material they teach which is amazing as it keeps you focused! The facilities are...
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Isabella
05 Dec 23
Conservation Biology BSc (Hons)
The facilities and loco atino are really good...
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University of Plymouth
University of Plymouth , Plymouth

The University of Plymouth is a modern campus university ideally placed in the centre of Britain’s Ocean City, Plymouth, located on...

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