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BSc (Hons) Ecology and Conversation
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BSc (Hons) Ecology and Conversation

Lancaster
Degree (undergraduate)
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Our degree teaching takes places Monday-Friday with a flexible timetable. Full-time In person

Overview

Ecologists work to protect natural environments and habitats. Their research is essential to understanding the relationship between plants and animals, how different ecosystems are structured, and how human activities impact the places they call home. From this, they develop conservation strategies that tackle the most pressing global, environmental challenges. Could you use your passion for nature and conservation to help protect wildlife and their habitats?

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Degree (undergraduate)

BSc (Hons) Ecology and Conversation

Our three-year BSc Hons Ecology and Conservation degree will combine ecological theory and practice through lectures and tutorials, field trips and lab work.

At a glance

  • Standard Course: Three Year BSc
  • Integrated Masters: Four Year option MSci
  • Placement Year available
  • Study Abroad available
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