MSc Global Conservation Biology

The MSc Global Conservation Biology course offered by Manchester Metropolitan University is aimed at aspiring conservation biologists who have a passion for biodiversity and a desire to understand and work towards the preservation of the world’s most threatened ecosystems. This course provides an opportunity to gain in-depth knowledge about global conservation biology, equipping students with the skills to contribute to the understanding and management of the global biodiversity crisis.Course Content: This course includes topics like Biodiversity Survey Skills, Population and Community Ecology, Applied GIS and Remote Sensing, Conservation GIS, and Research Planning and Communication, among others. It has a flexible blended learning approach, having a combination of online teaching and a residential field course in South Africa.Key Modules: The course consists of modules varying from Global Biodiversity and Conservation Issues, Data Analysis and Interpretation, Biodiversity Survey Skills, to Research Design and Impacts of Environmental Change on Ecosystem Services. It also includes a Conservation Biology dissertation, which allows students to investigate their field of interest deeply.Future Careers: The skills provided by this Masters course will arm students with the professional, research and analytical skills necessary for a career in conservation science and biology. Graduates can potentially find their paths in roles like Conservation Scientist, Ecological Consultancy, Environmental Education, and Biodiversity Information.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page here.