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PostgraduateMSc (Res)

Ecology

Lancaster University
Lancaster, England
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1 yearDuration
£24,300Per Year (Intl)
£26,500Avg. Graduate Salary
N/AContinuation Rate

Course Overview

Offered by Lancaster University, the MSc (Res) Ecology provides a comprehensive postgraduate education in biological sciences. Based in Lancaster, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 1-year full-time and part-time structure. This programme is suitable for those wishing to carry out a short, in depth research project, and not attend taught programmes. The MSc by Research programmes consist of induction courses, an eight-month research project and a period to write it up. The degree is carefully tailored to your interests, and can be particularly suitable for people undertaking research in a work-based context wishing to gain an academic qualification. A minimum ielts score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 74% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

Research Methods in Ecology
Advanced Ecological Theory
Quantitative Analysis and Statistical Modelling
Research Design and Project Planning
Literature Review and Synthesis
Independent Research Project
Research Communication and Dissertation Writing
Professional Development in Ecological Research
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

Postgraduate Requirement2:1

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic6.56666
PTE Academic58————

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

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£24,300

per year

Total Course Cost (12 months)£24,300

Home Student Fee

£12,000

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

Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data

💰 Graduate Salaries — Lancaster University

Time After GraduationLower Quartile SalaryMedian SalaryUpper Quartile Salary
15 months£23,000£26,500£29,000
3 years£20,500£24,000£28,500
5 years£26,000£31,000£40,000
Indicative Data

Salary figures are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH03-01-03 subject area and do not represent outcomes specific to this course or provider. These are indicative figures to aid comparison. For official graduate outcomes data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

💼 Employment Breakdown

61%Working
13%Studying
11%Work & Study
5%Seeking Work
53%Professional Jobs
Indicative Data

Graduate employment outcomes are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH03-01-03 subject area and do not represent outcomes specific to this course or provider. These are indicative figures to aid comparison. For official graduate outcomes data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

3 Scholarships Available

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India Scholarship – Postgraduate

Lancaster University · Postgraduate

£10,000scholarship value
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Alumni Loyalty Scholarship

Lancaster University · Postgraduate

10% off feesscholarship value
  • Available to all international students
  • For postgraduate study
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Need-based

Lancaster Sanctuary Fellowship

Lancaster University · Postgraduate

Full Feesscholarship value
  • Available to all international students
  • Open to your course
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About Lancaster University

Lancaster University offers Ecology as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.

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