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UndergraduateHigher National DiplomaUCAS: 344D

Wildlife and Conservation Management

University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI)
Thurso, Scotland
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2 yearsDuration
£8,925Per Year (Intl)
£7,440Home Fee
96%Satisfaction

Course Overview

The HND 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 2-year full-time structure. Land use and human activity have put unprecedented pressure on the world’s environments. Could you help Scotland lead the way against climate change and transition to a net zero economy? Gain a broader knowledge of nature and climate issues, on this HND Wildlife and Conservation Management, as we enable you to pivot between key areas and opportunities in this 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 Biology Principles
Landscape and Ecosystem Processes
Species Identification and Monitoring
Sustainable Land Management
Climate Change and Environmental Policy
Work-Based Conservation Practice
UCAS Code:344D
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic65.55.55.55.5

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

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£8,925

per year

Total Course Cost (2 years)£17,850

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 GraduationLower Quartile SalaryMedian SalaryUpper 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 average

National Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only

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

2 Scholarships Available

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Carnegie Undergraduate Vacation Scholarship

University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI) · Undergraduate

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  • For undergraduate study
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Thomas and Margaret Roddan Trust Bursary

University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI) · Undergraduate

  • Available to all international students
  • Open to your course
University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI)

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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