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University of Brighton

UCAS Code: C180 | Master of Science (with Honours) - Msci (Hon)

Entry requirements

A level

A,B,B-B,B,C

Must include a grade in B Biology and a second Science such as Geography or Environmental science.

Access to HE Diploma

M:30

Pass with 60 credits overall. At least 45 credits at level 3, with 30 credits at merit or above. Must include a merit pass in all science subjects at level 3.

GCSE/National 4/National 5

At least three GCSE subjects at grade C or grade 4 including Maths, English Language and a Science.

May enable you to start the course in year two.

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme

27

Must include three subjects at Higher Level, two to be Biology and Geography at least at grade 5.

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

H2,H3,H3,H3,H3

To include specified subjects.

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

DDM-DMM

Must be in a science based subject.

UCAS Tariff

112-128

About this course

This course has alternative study modes. Contact the university to find out how the information below might vary.

Course option

4years

Full-time | 2025

Other options

5 years | Sandwich | 2025

Subjects

Ecology

Biodiversity conservation

**Our Ecology and Conservation MSci includes an extra year of in-depth study at masters level, so you can develop advanced research skills and specialise in the areas you are most interested in.**

You’ll work with researchers who are part of our Centre for Earth Observation Science. and explore key areas within ecology, conservation biology, natural resources management and community health.

You’ll develop practical career-focused skills through laboratory and fieldwork in our rich local environment and overseas. The course is professionally accredited by the Royal Society of Biology.

**Top reasons to choose this course**
- Professional accreditation from the Royal Society of Biology.

- Guaranteed interview scheme with Brighton and Sussex Medical School.

- Fieldwork opportunities in places such as South Africa and Shropshire, and in the rich local environment.

- Travel and accommodation included in the fees for mandatory residential trips to locations such as Shropshire (go to the fees and costs section for more info).

- Specialist facilities such as our aquatic suite, GIS lab, and ecology, microbiology, molecular biology and tissue culture labs.

- Get involved in our research in areas such as micropollutants, invasive species and aquatic environments, and reintroducing species.

- Guest lecturers and optional placement year.

Modules

Year 1
Fundamentals of Marine and Freshwater Biology
Essential Skills for Bioscientists
Fundamentals in Genetics and Evolution
Introduction to Microorganisms and Plants
Introduction to Ecology and Conservation
Terrestrial Ecosystems

Year 2
Core modules:
GIS and Remote Sensing Principles and Practice
Population Biology for Conservation
Animal Diversity and Adaptations
Research Skills and Professional Development
Marine and Freshwater Ecology

Options*:
Applied Conservation Field Course (UK)
Climate Change
Sustainable Futures
Ecology and Conservation International Field course
Environmental Pollution

Year 3
Core modules:
Ecological Impact Assessment
Ecology Project
Hot Topics in Ecology and Conservation
Species Interactions

Options*:
The Humans of Ice Age Britain
Advanced GIS and Remote Sensing
Biology Independent Study Module
Political Ecology: Contested Environments
Current Topics in Aquatic Environments

Final year
Core modules:
Issues in Ecology and Conservation
Plant and Invertebrate Taxonomy
MSci Research Project

Options*:
Introduction to Geographical Information Systems
Environmental Impact Assessment
Case Studies in Environmental Assessment and Management
Hydrology and Pollutant Transport
Applications in GIS
Microbiology, Ecotoxicology and Environmental Remediation
Water Quality Assessment and Management
Ecology and Conservation in Practice (Work Placement)

*Option modules are indicative and may change, depending on timetabling and staff availability.

Tuition fees

Select where you currently live to see what you'll pay:

Channel Islands
£9,535
per year
England
£9,535
per year
EU
£17,250
per year
International
£17,250
per year
Northern Ireland
£9,535
per year
Republic of Ireland
£9,535
per year
Scotland
£9,535
per year
Wales
£9,535
per year

The Uni

Course location:

Brighton

Department:

School of Applied Sciences

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What students say

We've crunched the numbers to see if overall student satisfaction here is high, medium or low compared to students studying this subject(s) at other universities.

80%
Ecology
80%
Biodiversity conservation

How do students rate their degree experience?

The stats below relate to the general subject area/s at this university, not this specific course. We show this where there isn’t enough data about the course, or where this is the most detailed info available to us.

Ecology and environmental biology

Teaching and learning

90%
Staff make the subject interesting
80%
Staff are good at explaining things
80%
Ideas and concepts are explored in-depth
100%
Opportunities to apply what I've learned

Assessment and feedback

Feedback on work has been timely
Feedback on work has been helpful
Staff are contactable when needed
Good advice available when making study choices

Resources and organisation

70%
Library resources
80%
IT resources
70%
Course specific equipment and facilities
60%
Course is well organised and has run smoothly

Student voice

Staff value students' opinions
Feel part of a community on my course

Who studies this subject and how do they get on?

91%
UK students
9%
International students
34%
Male students
66%
Female students
85%
2:1 or above
26%
First year drop out rate

Most popular A-Levels studied (and grade achieved)

D
E
C

After graduation

The stats in this section relate to the general subject area/s at this university – not this specific course. We show this where there isn't enough data about the course, or where this is the most detailed info available to us.

Ecology and environmental biology

What are graduates doing after six months?

This is what graduates told us they were doing (and earning), shortly after completing their course. We've crunched the numbers to show you if these immediate prospects are high, medium or low, compared to those studying this subject/s at other universities.

£16,203
low
Average annual salary
95%
med
Employed or in further education

Top job areas of graduates

22%
Other elementary services occupations
13%
Secretarial and related occupations
13%
Caring personal services

What about your long term prospects?

Looking further ahead, below is a rough guide for what graduates went on to earn.

Ecology and environmental biology

The graph shows median earnings of graduates who achieved a degree in this subject area one, three and five years after graduating from here.

£21k

£21k

£24k

£24k

£27k

£27k

Note: this data only looks at employees (and not those who are self-employed or also studying) and covers a broad sample of graduates and the various paths they've taken, which might not always be a direct result of their degree.

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