Analyse the actions needed to tackle societys ecological and conservation problems. Study in detail how we can protect species, habitats, landscapes and ecosystems on our four-year Ecology and Conservation with Integrated Master's MSci. Develop the research, field and laboratory skills that are essential in making a difference in the sector.

Our Ecology and Conservation with Integrated Master's degree offers an advanced understanding of ecology, conservation biology, conservation practice and environmental management to address the ecological and conservation issues facing our planet.

With a strong emphasis on applied learning, the programme includes fieldwork opportunities - such as day activities and residential field courses during each year of your studies. Integrated Master's are highly valued by employers as you will graduate with an enhanced depth and breadth of knowledge and a range of advanced skills and competencies needed for particular specialist roles in the field.

Studying ecology and conservation at Master's level will develop your critical thinking and research skills, and prepare you to for progression onto related postgraduate degree courses, and in particular PhD study.

You will graduate with a broad subject knowledge that crosses the traditional natural science-social science divide and a strong set of transferable skills.

Key transferable skills include:

Geographic information systems and remote sensing

Critical thinking

Field/laboratory skills

Oral presentations

Problem solving skills

Report writing

Statistics

Team working

Job sectors that a graduate of this course could enter include:

Communication/media

Conservation

Environmental charities

Environmental consultancy

Environmental health

Regional or national government

Teaching

Jobs that a graduate of this course could go on to include:

Ecological or Environmental Consultant

Environmental Education Officer

Nature Conservation Officer

Recycling Officer

Sustainability Consultant

Teacher

Town Planner

Waste Management Officer

Ecology or Conservation Research Scientist

Wildlife Ranger

Wildlife Monitoring Officer

Foundation year

Studying a Foundation Year, for whatever reason, offers an alternative route to Keele, and provides a unique opportunity to better prepare for your chosen degree. That extra year of study can improve your academic skills, expand your subject knowledge and, perhaps most importantly, build your confidence.

Duration of study

4 years or 5 years with international or placement year