Bachelor of Science [B.S] [Marketing] From University of Kent

Modern conservation science transcends the traditional boundaries of biology, ecology and environmental management. TodayÕs managers of biodiversity need to be versed in a broad range of specialist fields, from population ecology and human community development, through to international wildlife trade and the economics of conservation, as well as the latest techniques in endangered species recovery.

The MSc in Conservation Biology at the University of KentÊis an interdisciplinary pathway that integrates all of these aspects of conservation biology. It is designed for wildlife managers with practical experience in international conservation work looking to acquire formal scientific training, as well as students with academic qualifications looking to develop a career in conservation.

Why study with us?

• One-yearÊtaught Master's programme

• Teaching which integratesÊnatural and social sciences

• Formal lectures and seminars supported byÊresidential courses and day tripsÊincluding to the Wildfowl & Wetlands Trust, Slimbridge, the Durrell Wildlife Conservation Trust, Jersey, previous fieldtrips have also taken place in Scotland and Malta (these change annually)

• Mix of formal academic training andÊpractical field conservation experience

• Research-ledÊpathway taught by academics rated as world-leading and internationally excellent who are members of DICE

• Benefit from DICE'sÊextensive linksÊwith international conservation organisations

Careers

The School has a very good record for postgraduate employment and academic continuation. DICE programmes combine academic theory with practical field experience to develop graduates who are highly employable within government, NGOs and the private sector.

Our alumni progress into a wide range of organisations across the world. Examples include: consultancy for a Darwin Initiative project in West Sumatra; Wildlife Management Officer in Kenya; Chief of the Biodiversity Unit Ð UN Environment Programme; Research and Analysis Programme Leader for TRAFFIC; Freshwater Programme Officer, International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN); Head of the Ecosystem Assessment Programme, United Nations Environment Programme-World Conservation Monitoring Centre (UNEP-WCMC); Community Based Natural Resource Manager, WWF; Managing Partner, Althelia Climate Fund; and Programme Officer, Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation.