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PostgraduateMaster of Research

Biodiversity Conservation

Nottingham Trent University
Southwell, England
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1 yearDuration
£16,800Per Year (Intl)
£9,300Home Fee
N/AContinuation Rate

Course Overview

Offered by Nottingham Trent University, the MRes Biodiversity Conservation provides a comprehensive postgraduate education in sport and exercise science. Based in Southwell, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 1-year full-time and part-time structure. Increasing pressure on land-use across the world has led to growing demand for postgraduates with environmental surveying qualifications. This course is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management (CIEEM). It provides you with the knowledge you’ll need to work within the environmental and ecological consulting and conservation professions. International tuition fees are £16,800 per year, home/UK fees are £9,300 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 88% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £23,500 within three years, and 79% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

Advanced Ecological Survey Methods
Conservation Policy and Legislation
Taxonomic Identification and Field Skills
Geographical Information Systems for Conservation
Statistical Analysis and Data Management
Habitat Assessment and Biodiversity Evaluation
Research Methods and Project Design
Species Conservation and Management Planning
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

Postgraduate RequirementEntry requirements UK students MResA minimum of a 2:1 or equivalent honours biological sciences degree.MScA minimum of a 2:2 or equivalent honours biological sciences degree.We specify these minimum entry requirements, but we will assess you individually on your ability to benefit from the course. We sometimes offer places on the basis of non-standard entry qualifications, and industrial or professional experience. Additional requirements Additional requirements for UK students There are no addi

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic6.55.55.55.55.5
PTE Academic62

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

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£16,800

per year

Total Course Cost (1 years)£16,800

Home Student Fee

£9,300

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

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

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Graduate Outcomes

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💼 Employment Breakdown

71%Working
8%Studying
12%Work & Study
5%Seeking Work
24%Professional Jobs
Official Data

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About Nottingham Trent University

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