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MSc - Master of Science
Leeds, Main
Full Time
SEP-26
1 Year
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MSc - Master of Science
Leeds, Main
Full Time
SEP-26
1 Year
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Be empowered to pursue the conservation problems that you want to solve. Delivered by experts in the area of global conservation science and management, this course will provide you with strong interdisciplinary expertise in managing biodiversity and natural resources with a focus on social, economic and policy aspects. Taking a global perspective, you'll be trained in both the ecological and decision science aspects of biodiversity conservation and in the broader ethical and social issues that are a part of conservation action on the ground. You'll become skilled in areas such as geographic information systems (GIS), decision science and conservation project planning. You’ll also gain first-hand practical conservation experience from one of the world’s leading conservation organisations – The Durrell Wildlife Conservation Trust. You’ll gain an understanding of the way conservation projects are designed, managed, evaluated and communicated, and you'll learn how to deliver effective conservation solutions. Course highlightsLearn from practitioners, NGO experts and international partners from within the conservation sector. Receive dedicated training in project management, fundraising, grant writing, and decision science. Visit and learn from one of the world’s leading conservation organisations with our Conservation Project Management module. Access our high-quality teaching facilities, including computer clusters and interactive meeting rooms. Undertake a substantial final research project, designed to equip you with key practical and analytical skills. Accelerate your career development by gaining extensive technical training in interdisciplinary conservation science.
Applicants should normally have a bachelors degree with at least a 2:1 honours or equivalent, from a biological, environmental, or social science subject, with a strong interest in conservation and a commitment to interdisciplinary study Given a strong interest and experience in conservation, we will also consider applicants from other backgrounds.
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£31,750 per year
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The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from a country outside the EU.
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