About the course

With climate change challenging our conservation efforts, now is the time to play a role in the future of conservation by studying our MRes Wildlife Conservation course. We’re the only university in the UK offering a Masters of Research in collaboration with a conservation organisation.Studying this Masters of Research gives you the opportunity to complete a research project in a real and very critical cause, conserving wildlife and their supporting ecosystems. Our wildlife degree in research is designed to give you the professional and research skills to either study a PhD or become a conservation biologist. During your studies, you’ll be based at the Science and Learning Centre at Marwell Wildlife where you’ll be considered part of the team. You’ll learn the foundations in advanced field research with access to their top of the range research equipment. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 1 Year(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Autumn (September), 2024	Southampton
Autumn (September), 2025	Southampton
Autumn (September), 2026	Southampton

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of Southampton

MRes Wildlife Conservation is designed for graduates and postgraduates of biology, zoology and ecological disciplines (2:1 or first class degree), and those currently already working at conservation organisations. It is a one calendar year (October-September) full-time course. There is currently no provision for this MRes as a part time course.

　　Applicants are asked to list their top three research project choices in the person specification of their application.

　　Shortlisted applicants will be interviewed by representatives from the School for Biological Sciences and Marwell Wildlife, and in particular, an applicant’s research background and interests will be discussed, along with their experience of fieldwork. Our priority is to match candidates to the programme experience, and to research opportunities, taking account of individuals’ attributes, skills, experiences and career aspirations. In addition, the panel will also raise candidates’ awareness of any logistical challenges they may face while in post-graduate education (e.g. housing, finances, transport to Marwell).

　　English language: band 1C IELTS.

　　6.5 overall, with a minimum of 5.5 in all components or an equivalent standard in other qualifications approved by the University

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 92.0

　　

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Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at University of Southampton. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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