The BSc (Hons) Ecology and Conservation with a Placement Year at the University of East Anglia is designed for aspiring scientists passionate about understanding and protecting the natural world. You will explore the fundamental principles of ecology, from biodiversity and evolution to the complex interactions within ecosystems, and confront the critical challenges facing conservation today. This undergraduate degree provides a robust academic grounding, preparing you to address pressing environmental issues from an interdisciplinary perspective. If you are driven by a curiosity about life sciences and a desire to contribute to conservation efforts, this programme offers a comprehensive pathway.
Studied full-time on campus over four years, this degree immerses you in practical fieldwork and theoretical study, including a dedicated two-week field course in your second year. You will develop essential skills in taxonomy, evolution, population and community ecology, and the application of citizen science and Big Data. Your third year is dedicated to a valuable work placement, where you will gain professional experience and refine your expertise. In your final year, you will conduct an independent ecological research project, culminating in a graduation with a deep understanding of ecology and conservation, ready for careers in research, environmental management, and policy.