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University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI) · Undergraduate
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UndergraduateHigher National CertificateUCAS: 244D
Wildlife and Conservation Management
University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI)Thurso, Scotland
1 yearDuration
£8,925Per Year (Intl)
£7,440Home Fee
96%Satisfaction
Course Overview
The HNC Wildlife and Conservation Management at University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI) is a undergraduate programme designed for students passionate about sustainable food production. Based in Thurso, Scotland, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 1-year full-time structure. Land use impacts and human activity have put pressure on the world’s environments. Do you want to help Scotland lead the way against climate change and transition to a net zero economy? This course will help you to become multi skilled, have a broad understanding of nature and climate issues and prepare you to pivot towards to the large range of employment opportunities in the fast-growing and dynamic green economy. International tuition fees are £8,925 per year, home/UK fees are £7,440 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 96% student satisfaction rating, and 85% of graduates in employment or further study.
What You'll Learn
Wildlife Ecology and Biodiversity
Habitat Management and Restoration
Conservation Policy and Practice
Species Identification and Survey Methods
Peatland and Wetland Management
Sustainable Land Use Planning
Climate Change and Ecosystem Resilience
Work-Based Learning in Wildlife Management
UCAS Code:244D
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| A-Level | D |
| UCAS Points | 21 |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£8,925
per year
Total Course Cost (1 years)£8,925
Home Student Fee
£7,440
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 LEO data (HMRC tax records)
💰 Graduate Salaries — University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI)
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 years | £14,000 | £19,500 | £24,500 |
| 5 years | £19,000 | £22,500 | £28,000 |
UK subject average: £24,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average
This course
UK average
Salary 3 years after graduation▼ 19% below UK average salary
This course
£19,500
UK average
£24,000
Salary 5 years after graduation▼ Close to UK average salary
This course
£22,500
UK average
£24,000
Salary trend: ↑ up £3,000 from year 3 to year 5
Official Data
Salary figures are sourced from Discover Uni graduate outcomes data for this subject area at this provider (subject area: CAH06-01). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
💼 Employment Breakdown
55%Working
30%Studying
10%Work & Study
40%Professional Jobs
Official Data
Graduate employment outcomes are sourced directly from Discover Uni for this specific course and provider. For full details, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
Student Satisfaction
Subject area averageNational Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only
89%
Overall
Teaching on my course
96%Learning opportunities
88%Assessment and feedback
91%Academic support
92%Organisation and management
85%Learning resources
91%Student voice
77%Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
55%National Student Survey via Discover Uni.
Official Data
Source: Subject-group average for this provider
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About University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI)
University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI) offers Wildlife and Conservation Management as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.
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