MSc Animal Behaviour Applications for Conservation at Anglia Ruskin University

Explore how animal behaviour research is used to address modern conservation challenges, while developing the practical skills required for a career in animal conservation. Course durations vary slightly: 12 months (September starts), or 15 months (January starts). The part-time option takes 28 months (September starts), or 33 months (January starts).

Duration: 1 year full-time  |  Study mode: full-time, part-time  |  Intake: September 2027, January 2027  |  Location: Chelmsford, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Explore how animal behaviour research informs modern conservation practice. You'll learn from internationally recognised experts in behavioural ecology, conservation genetics, animal welfare and global change ecology. Year 1: Technology and Techniques in the Study of Animal Behaviour, Current Topics in Wildlife Conservation, Behavioural Ecology and Conservation, Communication Skills for Conservation, Research Methods, Masters Research Project; options include Practical Applications of DNA Based Technologies, Study Tour: Understanding Biodiversity and Sustainability, Sustainable Land Management, Applied Animal Behaviour and Animal Welfare.

Career pathways

This course expanded my technical knowledge for research and conservation and exposed me to several career paths I'd never considered. Prepare to apply your understanding of animal behaviour to global conservation challenges.

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