Ecology and Conservation BSc (Hons)

**Working in ecology and conservation involves protecting nature to ensure healthy ecosystems, preserve biodiversity and helps support a healthier planet for everyone.**<br/><br/>Our Ecology and Conservation BSc(Hons) degree explores diverse ecosystems, from microbes to habitats with a marine and freshwater theme running through all years, backed up by GIS and remote-sensing skillset.<br/><br/>You’ll develop practical career-focused skills through laboratory and fieldwork in our rich local environment and overseas. The course is professionally accredited by the Royal Society of Biology.<br/><br/>Our Ecology and Conservation MSci a course offers an extra year of integrated study at masters level.<br/><br/>**Top reasons to choose this course**<br/>- 98% of our students are positive about the teaching on this course in the National Students’ Survey NSS 2024.<br/><br/><br/>- Professional accreditation from the Royal Society of Biology.<br/><br/><br/>- Fieldwork opportunities in places such as South Africa and Shropshire, and in the rich local environment.<br/><br/><br/>- Travel and accommodation included in the fees for mandatory residential trips to locations such as Shropshire (go to the Fees and costs section for more info).<br/><br/><br/>- Specialist facilities such as our aquatic suite, GIS lab, and ecology, microbiology, molecular biology and tissue culture labs.<br/><br/><br/>- Get involved in our research in areas such as micropollutants, invasive species and aquatic environments, and reintroducing species.<br/><br/><br/>- Guest lecturers and optional placement year.<br/>

At Brighton, you'll study in a way that prepares you for your future. Essential graduate skills are built into every course, and you can make your CV stand out even more with optional placements and study abroad. Through practical, hands-on learning, you'll graduate confident with the knowledge and skills to make a difference and kick-start your career.<br/><br/>Brighton don't just want you to succeed, but to feel good too! From their flexible admissions process to academic and wellbeing support networks, Brighton will help you have a smooth transition to university. <br/><br/>The University of Brighton is based on the south coast, between the sea and the Sussex countryside. Brighton is one of the most unique cities in the UK and it is bursting with life. Independent and inclusive, students can enjoy shopping, green spaces, sports facilities and brilliant nightlife. The music and arts scene is up-and-coming; with the city being home to galleries and museums, in addition to hosting world-famous music acts. There is also the AMEX stadium, where the Premier League Brighton and Hove Albion FC play their matches. Brighton truly has it all!