Ecology and Conservation, MSci (Hons)

Ecologists play a vital role in safeguarding natural environments and habitats through research that elucidates plant-animal interactions, ecosystem structures, and human impacts. This informs conservation strategies addressing global environmental challenges. If you are passionate about nature, consider our four-year MSci Hons Ecology and Conservation degree at Lancaster University, which integrates theory and practice via lectures, tutorials, field trips, and lab work.In Year 1, explore foundational topics like ecology, evolutionary biology, and conservation. Year 2 offers optional modules in organismal biology, remote sensing, and environmental sciences. Year 3 features an independent research project with expert supervision alongside advanced studies. Year 4 provides Master's-level modules in ecology, biodiversity, and conservation, culminating in a major research project. Hands-on fieldwork includes visits to a Scottish island for diverse habitats and species—from nudibranchs and seals to eagles and basking sharks—and Kenya's Rift Valley to assess tropical conservation amid human activity. This experience builds essential skills in environmental sampling, data analysis, communication, and wildlife surveying, preparing you for diverse careers. Lancaster's proximity to national parks like the Lake District enhances access to nature, with global trips boosting confidence and employability in expanding environmental sectors. For the latest details, visit our website before applying.