Environmental Biology

Are you passionate about environmental protection, wildlife conservation and ecology?

Our course uncovers the human impacts on our natural environment. You will study environmental threats and management. The biggest threats to biodiversity are climate change, habitat loss, invasive species. You'll study the effect of these threats, and learn ways to manage and reduce them.

All environmental sciences students will complete fieldwork and gain practical skills. This real-world experience allows you to apply your knowledge and develop the skills which are in demand by the environmental sector.

Topics include:

• Ecology

• Conservation

• Animal behaviour

• Botany

• Sustainability

• Environmental protection

Our flexible course means you can choose the modules that interest you most.

Practical work
You'll gain experience in surveying techniques that are used when working as an ecologist. Day trips, field work and visits to local sites will include activities such as:

• bat surveys

• phase one habitat surveys

• sustainable homes

• renewable energy

• winter tree ID

Find out more about fieldwork.

Passionate teaching
You'll be taught by active researchers who work with environmental consultancies on bioenergy technology projects.

Placement opportunity
Get real-life experience with a possible industry placement year.

Study abroad
On many of our Faculty of Science courses, you get the chance to spend a semester or an academic year at one of our partner universities across the world. Read what it's like to study abroad and how it can open new doors for adventures, connections and opportunities.

Training by ecologists
Ecologists from local consultancies deliver training and expertise