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CONSERVATION BIOLOGY MSc

As the number of species facing extinction continues to grow at an alarming rate, conservation biologists are in greater demand than ever before. This MSc is your pathway to a worthwhile career tackling one of society’s most pressing concerns.

Deepen your understanding of the scientific principles underpinning conservation biology and explore practical solutions to environmental problems
Study a course recognised for its high academic quality: this MSc is accredited by the Institution of Environmental Sciences
Gain the practical experience you need for a fulfilling career in conservation or environmental management
Undertake a training-based placement to build the skills and qualities most valued by employers
Conduct fieldwork and research in some of the country’s outstanding natural environments: the Peak District National Park is right on our doorstep
Take a global perspective: our Tropical Conservation Biology module takes you to Costa Rica to explore primary and secondary rainforests
Be inspired by our highly qualified and experienced teaching team who are conducting influential national and international research

Campus Information

Derby

Our Derby Campus is made up of several different sites. Getting between them and the halls of residence couldn't be easier. Whether you're heading to lectures or into town, you can hop on to our free Unibuses or enjoy a walk to unwind or set you up for the day.

Intakes

Application Processing Time in Days: 30

Application Process

Visa process

30 Days

Minimum English Language Requirements

English Level Description	IELTS (1.0 -9.0)	TOEFL IBT (0-120)	TOEFL CBT (0-300)	PTE (10-90)
Expert	9	120	297-300	86-90
Very Good	8.5	115-119	280-293	83-86
Very Good	8	110-114	270-280	79-83
Good	7.5	102-109	253-267	73-79
Good	7	94-101	240-253	65-73
Competent	6.5	79-93	213-233	58-65
Competent	6	60-78	170-210	50-58
Modest	5.5	46-59	133-210	43-50
Modest	5	35-45	107-133	36-43
Limited	4	32-34	97-103	30-36
Extremely Limited	< 4	< 31	< 93	< 30

Job Opportunity Potential

Our MSc equips you with a wide range of skills and knowledge in both biological conservation and environmental management. It could pave the way for rewarding roles in habitat management or environmental consultancy, with conservation agencies or with local or national government.

There are also opportunities to move into industry in roles which bridge environmental management with broader conservation issues – so you could pursue a career in areas such as waste management, energy efficiency or recycling.

This programme is an ideal stepping stone to an academic research career too. You could undertake a PhD to advance knowledge in this critically important field.

PSW Opportunity

2 Years PSW is applicable after completing a minimum duration of 9 months course (like- Undergraduate, Postgraduate Level)
3 Years PSW is applicable after completing PhD level courses.

Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria

Bachelors degrees from institutions recognised by NARIC or government recognised institutions

Requirements will vary depending on recognition of institution and scoring system used. Applications are considered on a case-by-case basis

A score of 60% is considered comparable to a UK 2:1; a score of 50% is considered comparable to a UK 2:2 plus work experience

For most of our programmes at bachelors degree level and above, you will normally need an IELTS score of between 6.0 and 7.0 with a pre-requisite minimum score in all areas. (speaking, reading, writing and listening). We will accept one of the alternative equivalent qualifications below:

Oxford English Language Level Test (ELLT)

Pearson Test of Academic English

TOEFL iBT Overall score of 79 - 100 (with specific minimum score requirements for each component)

LanguageCert International ESOL SELT B2 – C1

Michigan English Assessment Battery (MELAB)

Michigan Test: Examination for the Certificate of Proficiency in English (ECPE)

Cambridge English Scale: B2 – C1

International GCE O Level English Language: Grade C

International GCSE English or English as a Second Language: Grade C

We also accept a number of qualifications from other countries as evidence of English Language proficiency, e.g. WAEC, KCSE or 1119 so please check our international entry requirements for each country.

Oxford English Language Level Test equivalents

ELLT score 6 , 7, 8, IELTS equivalent 6.0, 6.5, 7.0

For More Information Please Contact to Our PSA Counselor.

University of Derby

Derby , England ,United Kingdom