BSc (Hons) Wildlife Ecology and Conservation Degree – Top-up Year

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WHY CHOOSE THIS DEGREE?

Excellent reputation, close links with landowners and unprecedented access to a wide variety of sites
Learn on the 176-hectare College estate with conservation management plan, countryside stewardship schemes and a varied managed rural environment
Develop ecological expertise through research, surveying and data collection, and conservation management planning

View the current programme specification

Qualification:

Level 6

Level of Study:

Undergraduate

Dates:

12/09/2022 - 16/06/2023

Interview:

Not usually

Location:

On Campus

UCAS Code:

C184

Duration:

1 year

Institution Code:

S34

What will I learn?

The course applies a scientific approach to natural resource management, wildlife conservation and sustainability, with an overall theme of applied ecological science. You will develop the skills to analyse and monitor a range of diverse ecosystems in the field and design and effectively implement management plans.

How will I be assessed?

Final and in-session assessment will allow you to develop research and study skills as well as technical and expert knowledge. Assessments include completion of a research dissertation, written assignments, presentations, project reports and examinations.

Where can I go from here?

You can progress onto postgraduate study, gain employment with conservation organisations or use your skills to run your own business.
Sparsholt graduates now hold positions in wildlife conservation and consultancy, with government bodies such as Natural England and with NGOs (Non-Government Organisations) Such as The Wildlife Trusts and The Game & Wildlife Conservation Trust.