MSc Biodiversity and Conservation at University of Leeds

Programme overview

This Masters focuses on the biological principles underlying biodiversity, its assessment and management. It covers the ecological factors behind biodiversity and conservation and develops field and analytical skills for careers in ecology or conservation, or further research at PhD level.

Faculty: Faculty of Biological Sciences | Duration: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time | Intake: September 2027 | Study mode: full-time | Location: Leeds, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Compulsory modules are Research Skills and Data Analysis and the Masters Research Project. Optional modules include Community Ecology, Introduction to GIS, Advanced Statistics, Masters Ecology Field Course, Plant Identification, Insect Identification Skills, Habitat Management and Practical Conservation with the National Trust.

Career pathways

Graduates go into applied ecology and conservation-related careers around the world or on to PhD study and research careers.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Bachelor degree with at least a 2:1 (hons) in a relevant subject; some applicants with other degrees and suitable experience are also accepted. International application deadline: 31 July 2027. IELTS 6.5 overall with no less than 6.0 in any component for international applicants.

Domestic applicants: GBP 14,500 for the whole programme (2027/28 entry). Total course fee for full-time study; part-time fees are split 50:50 across the two years Source

International applicants: GBP 32,100 for the whole programme (2027/28 entry). Total course fee for full-time study; part-time fees are split 50:50 across the two years Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 12 months full-time / 24 months part-time

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