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BSc (Hons) Ecology and Conservation at University of Lincoln

University of Lincoln, United Kingdom

Programme overview

Ecology and Conservation is the study of living things, the environments they depend on, and how we can protect them. On this course, you'll explore how plants, animals, habitats, and ecosystems work, and how human activity is affecting the natural world.

Faculty: Biological and Life Sciences  |  Duration: 3 years  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Lincoln, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

This course builds your understanding step by step, from the science of living systems to the practical skills needed in ecology and conservation. Core modules include Comparative Anatomy and Physiology of Animals, Ecology, GIS and Remote Sensing, Plant Structure and Function, Practical Field Skills in Ecology, Research Methods for the Life Sciences, Sustainable Environments & Ecosystems.

Career pathways

An Ecology and Conservation degree can lead to careers where you help understand, manage, and protect the natural world.

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Application information

Entry requirements

104 to 112 UCAS Tariff points from a minimum of 2 A Levels or equivalent Level 3 qualifications, to include 40 points from Biology, Geography, Geology or Environmental Science. A Level: BBC to include a Grade B in Biology, Geography, Geology or Environmental Science. BTEC Extended Diploma in Animal Management : DMM BTED Extended Diploma in Applied Science considered depending on units studied. Please include these on your application. We will accept a Pearson Level 3 Alternative Academic Qualification BTEC National (equivalent to 1 A Level) in Medical Science or Applied Science to meet the subject specific requirement: Merit T Level in Science: Merit Overall (T Levels in Health or Health Science are not accepted) Access to Higher Education Diploma: 112 UCAS points to be achieved from 45 Level 3 credits, including 40 points from 15 credits in Biology, Geography, Geology or Environmental Science. International Baccalaureate: 29 points overall to include a Higher Level in Biology, Geography, Geology or Environmental Science. GCSEs: Minimum of three at grade 4 or above, which must include English. Equivalent Level 2 qualifications may be considered. EU and Overseas students will be required to demonstrate English language proficiency equivalent to IELTS 6.0 overall, with a minimum of 5.5 in each element.

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,790 a year (2026/27). Full-time tuition per year (level) of study; optional placement year and study-abroad year charged separately. Source

International applicants: GBP 18,300 a year (2026/27). Full-time tuition per year (level) of study; optional placement year and study-abroad year charged separately. Source

Duration: 3 years

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