Bachelor of Science (Honours) - Ecology and Wildlife Conservation (with Professional Experience) (CD96)

With BSc Ecology and Wildlife Conservation with Professional Experience learn about the ways in which living things interact with their environment and apply this knowledge to tackling the biggest challenges facing the world today. This course will equip students with the skills they need for a career in ecology or wildlife conservation through a combination of classroom learning and hands-on experience in the field. Learn to apply knowledge of ecosystems to environmental issues such as habitat conservation, the biological control of diseases, and the protection of the world's rarest plants and creatures.

Students will also be able to practise species identification and ecology skills through field trips to Spain and the tropics. These will enable them to study biodiversity in other habitats such as arid landscapes, forests and oceans. Furthermore, there is a year-long industrial placement in third year, in order to gain valuable industrial experience. Students can also choose to do a short placement module.

Furthermore, students will carry out a year-long industrial placement in the third year, in order to gain valuable industrial experience. Students can also choose to do a short placement module. University of Reading has strong links with a number of ecological organizations including the RSPB, Environment Agency, and a range of wildlife trusts.