BSc Wildlife Ecology & Conservation Top-up - University Centre Sparsholt

Validated by the University of Portsmouth

WHY CHOOSE THIS DEGREE?

We are living in a period of unprecedented planetary change. The climate is changing, and global biodiversity is crashing at such a rate we may be in the sixth mass extinction of our planet. Would you like to understand the current and emerging science in the fields of sustainability, conservation and ecology that can make a positive difference and develop the knowledge, skills and networks for employment? Join us and work alongside a team of passionate, multidisciplinary, experienced lecturers with an excellent reputation, close links with landowners and unprecedented access to a wide variety of sites.
Learn on the 183-hectare College estate with an active conservation management plan 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:

22/09/2025 - 05/06/2026

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.

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.