MSc Biodiversity Conservation

The MSc Biodiversity Conservation programme is designed for students passionate about protecting wildlife, ecosystems, and natural habitats. The course focuses on understanding biodiversity loss, climate change impacts, conservation science, and sustainable environmental management.



Students gain practical field experience through wildlife surveys, habitat mapping, biodiversity monitoring, GIS technology, drones, ecological research, and conservation projects. Hartpury's 360-hectare estate provides a living laboratory with woodlands, wetlands, farmland, and diverse wildlife habitats.




Key Study Areas





  • Biodiversity Conservation Principles




  • Wildlife Ecology and Habitat Management




  • Conservation Technologies and GIS




  • Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA)




  • Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG)




  • Rewilding and Regenerative Agriculture




  • Wildlife Conflict Management




  • Conservation Policy and Legislation




  • Species Survey and Identification Techniques




  • Research Methods and Dissertation






Practical Learning Opportunities



Students may gain experience in:





  • Bird Ringing and Wildlife Monitoring




  • Drone Mapping and Habitat Surveys




  • GIS and Conservation Data Analysis




  • Field Identification Skills Certificate (FISC)




  • Project Planning for Wildlife Conservation Certification




  • Ecological Consultancy Skills




  • Biodiversity Surveys on Farms and Nature Reserves






Field Trips May Include





  • Knepp Rewilding Estate




  • Forest of Dean




  • WWT Slimbridge




  • Natural History Museum




  • Conservation Sites across the UK






Career Opportunities



Graduates may progress into:





  • Conservation Officer




  • Ecological Consultant




  • Biodiversity Officer




  • Wildlife Conservation Specialist




  • Environmental Scientist




  • Sustainability Consultant




  • Nature Reserve Manager




  • NGO Conservation Officer




  • Research Scientist




  • Environmental Policy Advisor




  • PhD Research




Program Requirements
  • Academic Requirement:

    • Bachelor's Degree in a related subject

    • Minimum 2:2 Honours Degre

      Indian Students

    • Bachelor's Degree from a recognised university

    • Normally 55%-60% or above

    • e (UK Equivalent)

  • ELP Requirement:

    • IELTS Academic 6.5 Overall

    • Equivalent PTE / TOEFL / Duolingo accepted

Key Facts
  • CAS Deposit: 50% on First year tuition fee
  • Annual Tuition Fee: 20,625 – £21,725
  • Course Duration: 1 Year Full-Time / 2 Years Part-Time
  • Credentials: Postgraduate (master's Degree)
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