Environmental Forestry MSc at Bangor University

Programme overview

MSc in Environmental Forestry, accredited by the Institute of Chartered Foresters, with an emphasis on forest science and the natural science of forest ecosystems as the basis of sustainable forest management. Bangor has taught forestry for over 120 years.

Duration: 1 year full-time; 2 or 3 years part-time | Intake: September | Study mode: full-time / part-time | Location: Bangor, Wales, United Kingdom

What you will study

Taught component of 120 credits in 15-credit modules (coursework and/or examinations) and a 60-credit independent dissertation. Exit awards: PGCert (60 credits) or PGDip (120 credits).

Career pathways

Graduates have progressed to roles in public sector organisations, NGOs and academic institutions in the EU and overseas, and to research in tree biology, forest science and natural resource management.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A 2(i) undergraduate degree in a relevant subject, e.g. Forestry, Environmental Sciences, Ecology, Conservation Sciences, Sustainable Development, Geography or Biological Sciences; a first degree in an unrelated subject plus relevant practical experience may be accepted. Mature applicants without higher education qualifications but with at least 2 years in a position of responsibility relevant to the degree are also considered. English language: IELTS 6.0 with no element below 5.5.

Intake: September 2026

Duration: 1 year full-time; 2 or 3 years part-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.bangor.ac.uk/study/apply

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