What makes this course unique?
This BSc degree provides advanced and comprehensive knowledge in ecological science, equipping students with the expertise, critical thinking, and practical skills needed to address urgent global challenges including biodiversity loss, habitat degradation, and the climate crisis. With a strong emphasis on interdisciplinary learning, and real‑world application, this course prepares graduates to lead impactful futures in ecosystem management, conservation, and restoration, shaping positive solutions for the future.
Qualification: Level 6
Level of Study: Undergraduate
Duration: 3 year
Sandwich Year: Optional additional one year industry placement available
UCAS Code: C185
Institution Code: S34
What you’ll learn
You will gain a deep understanding of ecological systems, conservation science and sustainability. Topics such as ecosystem services, species monitoring and biodiversity management are paired with practical skills like species and habitat identification, mapping, ecological data analysis, and project management planning.
Contribute to live research projects, such as monitoring butterfly populations, avian species richness and diversity monitoring, dormouse and other small mammal monitoring, habitat surveying and assessing and aspects of pollution monitoring and impacts. Conduct wildlife surveys and habitat assessments, develop habitat management plans.
Modules
YEAR ONE – SOLID FOUNDATIONS
- Introductory Ecology
- Global Ecosystems
- Habitat and Species ID
- Fundamentals in Science
- Industrial Experience
- Academic Skills
YEAR TWO – GET JOB-READY
- Applied Ecology
- Conservation Land Management
- Field Ecology Techniques
- Conservation Legislation and Policy
- Industrial Development
- Statistics and Research Methods
YEAR THREE – EMBRACE CHALLENEGE
- Global Biodiversity
- Landscape Ecology and GIS
- Sustainable Resource Management
- Project and Site Management
- Dissertation and Data Analysis
- Professional and Industrial Development
How you’ll be assessed
Our assessments mirror the challenges you will face in your career, combining academic depth with practical application:
- Research that addresses real‑world problems
- Field‑based assignments that allow you to showcase your skills to employers
- A range of presentation types and written assignments that develop key graduate skills such as communication expertise.
How you’ll be assessed
Contact time: Three days per week plus independent study time.
Entry requirements
A Level: Three A Level passes, including two at grade C or above, one of which should be in a science
BTEC Ext. Diploma: DMM
City & Guilds Advanced Technical Ext. Diploma (1080): DMM in a relevant pathway
BTEC Diploma: N/A
City & Guilds Advanced Technical Extended Diploma (720): N/A
T Levels: Merit in a relevant subject
Access to HE: A Merit profile in a relevant Access course with 96 tariff points including a minimum of 15 credits at merit in science-based units
International Baccalaureate: 24 points with HL Science at 4
Plus GCSEs in Maths and English at grade 4/C or above or Level 2 Functional Skills in Maths and English.
Access to Higher Education
Thinking about studying a degree but want to build your academic skills first? Our one‑year Access to HE courses can help you get there offering a great platform for mature learners to gain the skills and qualifications needed to continue onto land-based or veterinary sciences degrees in the future.
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