BSc(Hons) Conservation Biology: University of the West of England

Introduction

This is a course for students who are interested in the extinction of species and habitat loss.

The BSc(Hons) Conservation Biology is accredited by the Institution of Environmental Sciences (IES). Graduates are awarded a certificate upon completion of the degree and can apply for membership of the IES.

Conservation Biology is a new and exciting multi-disciplinary science that has been developed to deal with the crisis of confronting biological diversity. It has two central goals: firstly to investigate human impacts on biological diversity and secondly, to develop practical approaches to prevent the extinction of species. Hence, the BSc(Hons) Conservation Biology at UWE considers not only the science underpinning the diversity of living organisms and their habitats, but also reaches far beyond biology into subjects such as philosophy, law and sociology. It will be of interest to students who wish to explore not only the interactions between animals, plants, micro-organisms and their environment, but also how these interactions are altered by human activity, and what practical steps can be taken to reduce these impacts. The course explores local, national and global conservation issues.

Careers

Graduate Conservation Biologists develop careers with national and international conservation organisations and work with NGOs, ecological consultants and Wildlife Trusts. There are good employment prospects for graduates with the relevant qualification and skills. Practical experience in plant and animal survey work or knowledge of monitoring protected species such as Great crested newts, reptiles, bats, badgers or water voles are especially valuable. If you're interested in conservation education, there are opportunities with the Field Studies Council and other educational organisations, or you might decide to gain further postgraduate qualifications.

Admissions and International Recruitment

Admissions and International Recruitment deals with enquiries and applications for all full-time undergraduate programmes. Contact by

• telephone: +44 (0)117 32 83333
• fax: +44 (0)117 32 82810
• e-mail: admissions@uwe.ac.uk
• letter: Admissions and International Recruitment, University of the West of England, Frenchay Campus, Bristol BS16 1QY, UK