About the course

Conserving biodiversity and avoiding the extinction of species are huge global challenges. It has never been more important for scientists to understand organisms and ecosystems, and how they respond to the threats they face. Ecology and Conservation at Lincoln seeks to explore the natural world, from individuals to populations, and communities to ecosystems. Students are able to examine how organisms interact with each other and their environment, and how these processes are affected by human activities. This helps them to understand the planetary ecosystem and how it responds to environmental change. Students can learn key practical skills that professional ecologists and conservation practitioners are looking for in graduates. The course offers a diverse programme that aims to provide a firm grounding in the principles of ecology and conservation. It aims to enable students to specialise in the areas that interest them. It is taught by research-active staff in both the Department of Life Sciences and Department of Geography, who specialise in a wide range of disciplines across evolution, ecology, zoology, and environmental health. Key industry-relevant skills are taught by practitioners that have included guests from Lincolnshire Wildlife Trust and Forestry England, as well as speakers from a range of employers from across the sector. Alongside fully-funded day trips throughout the degree to locations which have previously included Kew Gardens and the Millennium Seed Bank, this course also includes two fully-funded residential field trips in the UK to study ecology in a field setting. There is an additional optional overseas field trip in the final year where previous students have visited the Andean Cloud Forest in Ecuador, the Mankwe Wildlife Reserve in South Africa, and boreal forests in Finland. Those who choose to participate in the international trip are required to pay for their own flights but accommodation and meals at the field site are covered by the University. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 3 Year(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
September, 2024	Lincoln
September, 2025	Lincoln

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of Lincoln

GCE Advanced Levels: BBB, to include a minimum grade B in Biology, Chemistry or Geography. Practical elements must be passed.

　　International Baccalaureate: 30 points overall to include Higher Level grade 5 in Biology, Chemistry or Geography.

　　BTEC Extended Diploma in Animal Management or Applied Science*: Distinction, Distinction, Merit.

　　Access to Higher Education Diploma: 45 Level 3 credits with a minimum of 120 UCAS Tariff points, including 40 points from 15 credits in Biology, Chemistry or Geography

　　Applicants will also need at least three GCSEs at grade 4 (C) or above, which must include English and Maths and Science. Equivalent Level 2 qualifications may also be considered.

　　EU and International students whose first language is not English will require English Language IELTS 6.0 with no less than 5.5 in each element

　　

English language requirements

　　6.0

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 79.0

　　

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Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at University of Lincoln. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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