Program Overview
This program offers a comprehensive education in conservation biology, preparing students for careers in conservation, environmental consultancy, education, and various other fields. It features field trips, connections with conservation organizations, and expert staff to guide research and career development. Students also benefit from award-winning learning facilities, employability support, and comprehensive student support services.
Program Outline
Careers:
- Conservation biology
- Environmental consultancy
- Conservation education
- Non-governmental organizations (NGOs)
- Charities
- Zoos
- Private companies
- Government bodies
- Ecotourism
Other:
- Field trips to conservation projects in the UK and internationally
- Connections with conservation organizations in Cambridge and beyond
- Opportunity to team up with a conservation NGO for the Masters Research Project
- Award-winning learning facilities, including extensive library and IT resources
- Expert staff to guide research interests and career development
- Full support from the Employability Service, both during and after studies
- Access to support with study skills, health and wellbeing, and more
Tuition fees for UK students (2024/25) £9,300 UK students starting 2024/25 (full-time, per year) ARU graduates may be eligible for an Alumni Scholarship and get a 20% fee discount. Tuition fees for international students (2024/25) £17,700 International students starting 2024/25 (full-time, per year) You can pay your fees upfront, in full or in two instalments. We will ask for a deposit of £4,000 or a sponsorship letter Additional course costs Walking boots - £60 Waterproof coat - £50 Wellingtons - £25 Waterproof trousers - £20 Poster printing - £20 Cost of printing dissertation/individual project Field trip costs Field trips that are a compulsory part of your course have no additional cost. Optional residential field trips have an additional cost. These will be confirmed as it becomes clear what is possible due to the Covid-19 situation.
