MSc Global Wildlife Health and Conservation at University of Bristol

Programme overview

This unique programme is taught in collaboration with Bristol Zoological Society and includes practical experience, field trips and mentoring from global experts. It prepares you for a career as a wildlife professional with the skills and knowledge to handle the practical situations that professional wildlife biologists face daily. Unique content with diverse topics: The programme covers the conservation and health of wildlife in situ , and ex-situ (both temporarily for rehabilitation and long-term captive breeding programmes).

What you will study

The programme is split into two elements. A taught element provides training in six core units. A research element gives you the opportunity to carry out an applied project on a wildlife topic of interest to you.

Career pathways

This programme has been carefully designed for those aspiring to a career in wildlife health, conservation and management. Potential employers include national parks, zoological gardens, animal rehabilitation centres, wildlife hospitals, environmental NGOs, conservation charities and government agencies with statutory wildlife responsibilities, both in the UK and overseas.

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Application information

Entry requirements

You will typically need an upper second-class honours degree (or international equivalent) in Veterinary or Science degree. If your degree is not a Veterinary or Life Science subject, you will need to demonstrate sufficient biological knowledge - either through a biology module achieved at 2:1 level (or international equivalent) or an A level Biology qualification at grade C (or international equivalent) or higher. If you are currently completing a degree, we understand that your final grade may be higher than the interim grades or module/unit grades you have achieved during your studies to date. English language: profile level B.

Domestic applicants: GBP 16,900 a year (2027/28). full-time per year; 2027 entry, subject to annual review. Source

International applicants: GBP 32,900 a year (2027/28). full-time per year; 2027 entry, subject to annual review. Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: One year full-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.bristol.ac.uk/study/postgraduate/apply/start-application/

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