BSc(Hons) Ecology: University of Brighton

Course details

Ecology is the study of the relationship between organisms and their physical and biological environments. Global warming and over-exploitation of resources brings new urgency to the need to understand the relationship between climate, ecological and environmental process.

This Ecology degree provides an opportunity to study pure and applied aspects of ecology integrated with environmental biology and physical geography. The course develops core themes in ecology, evolution and diversity leading to applied elements of ecology such as wildlife conservation and management.

Career and progression opportunities

Their graduates follow a very wide range of ecology careers including working for conservation organisations, local authorities, ecological consultancy, and ecological research and education including different levels of teaching. Some graduates choose to continue studying at postgraduate level.

Entry requirements

• A-levels: BBC (280 UCAS tariff points). Must include a relevant subject (biology and geography or environmental science). Applicants with only 2 full A-levels or a double award will be considered on an individual basis.
• ND/C (Level 3): MMM.
• International Baccalaureate: 30 points, specified subjects.
• QAA-approved access course: acceptable. Subject-specific units.
• GCSE (minimum grade C): at least 3 subjects including English language and mathematics or a science.
• Foundation degree/HND: direct to year 2.
• For non-native speakers of English: IELTS 6.0 overall, 6.0 in writing.