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PostgraduateMSc

Wildlife Biology and Conservation

Edinburgh Napier University
Edinburgh, Scotland
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1 yearDuration
£22,285Per Year (Intl)
£8,030Home Fee
N/AContinuation Rate

Course Overview

Pursue your ambitions in sport and exercise science with the MSc Wildlife Biology and Conservation at Edinburgh Napier University. Based in Edinburgh, Scotland, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 1-year full-time and part-time structure. Our course is the first course in Scotland to be accredited by the Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management The greatest challenge facing conservation biologists today is the preservation of the world’s biodiversity in the face of considerable human demands on space and resources. By combining the disciplines of wildlife biology and conservation biology, experienced staff will help you develop and apply both the theoretical knowledge and practical skills required to address this challenge. Our graduates have gone on to work for government agencies and independent wildlif... A minimum ielts score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 90% student satisfaction rating, a 92% continuation rate, and 70% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

Conservation Biology and Biodiversity
Wildlife Ecology and Population Dynamics
Conservation Genetics and Molecular Biology
Environmental Impact Assessment
Habitat Restoration and Management
Research Methods in Wildlife Biology
Advanced Field Survey Techniques
Dissertation in Wildlife Conservation
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

Postgraduate Requirement2:2

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic65.55.55.55.5
PTE Academic56

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£22,285

per year

Total Course Cost (1 years)£22,285

Home Student Fee

£8,030

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.

📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA

Graduate Outcomes

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💼 Employment Breakdown

65%Working
5%Studying
15%Work & Study
10%Seeking Work
55%Professional Jobs
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