Program Overview

Course Overview

The Wildlife Conservation MSc course provides an opportunity to learn from conservation and research-active scientists with UK and international experience. The course aims to build on and consolidate existing skills/knowledge and offer exposure to advanced concepts and practical applications in wildlife conservation.

Why You'll Love It

• Develop field skills
• Hands-on experience
• Real-world examples

What You'll Study

• Modules:
  • Conservation Genetics
  • Wildlife Crime
  • Research Dissertation
  • Biodiversity Informatics
  • Field Research Techniques for Wildlife Conservation
  • Conservation Physiology
  • Conservation Ecology

Who You'll Learn From

• Dr. Matt Geary
• Chris Davis
• Dr. Lottie Hosie
• Kev Palmer
• Dr. Jordan Ryder

How You'll Learn

• Teaching is via lectures, lab sessions, and discussion boards
• Assessment is via written work
• This course is designed around in-person study
• There may be some online learning activities

Beyond the Classroom

• This course includes a residential field course where you'll get to put your field survey, identification, and monitoring techniques into practice

Entry Requirements

• Home Students:
  • Honours degree (minimum 2:2) in a biological/behavioural/ecological science
  • Relevant experience in the field
• International Students:
  • Honours degree (minimum 2:2) in a biological/behavioural/ecological science
  • Relevant experience in the field

Where You'll Study

• Exton Park, Chester
• Modern learning resources and library
• Fitness facilities
• Student Services
• Chapel, chaplaincy, and multi-faith spaces
• Accommodation
• Catering

Fees and Funding

• Home Students: £13,185 for the full course (2025/26)
• International Students: £18,000 full course fee (2025/26)
• Additional Costs:
  • Books, printing, photocopying, educational stationery, and related materials
  • Specialist clothing
  • Travel to placements
  • Optional field trips
  • Software
• Bursaries:
  • The University of Chester supports fair access for students who may need additional support through a range of bursaries and scholarships

Your Future Career

• Job prospects:
  • Ecologist
  • Conservation practitioner
  • Protected area manager
  • Research scientist
• Careers service:
  • The University has an award-winning Careers and Employability service which provides a variety of employability-enhancing experiences
  • Careers and Employability aims to deliver a service which is inclusive, impartial, welcoming, informed, and tailored to your personal goals and aspirations