Ecology and conservation bsc(hons) (with integrated foundation year)
Bachelor's degree
In Brighton and Hove
Description
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Type
Bachelor's degree
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Location
Brighton and hove
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Duration
4 Years
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Start date
Different dates available
With an extra year of integrated study at foundation level, this course opens up opportunities in the sciences if you don't hold the required scientific A-levels or equivalent qualifications, want to change career or simply feel you want to explore the options offered by university-level science before deciding on your specific pathway.
The foundation year gives you the support, knowledge and skills you need. On successful completion, you can progress to the Ecology and Conservation BSc(Hons).
There is a strong emphasis on applied learning, with fieldwork opportunities throughout the course and optional field trips to international locations such as South Africa and the Mediterranean, as well as local areas.
You will develop your practical skills in our specialist labs and benefit from research-informed teaching from internationally-recognised staff.
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About this course
Entry requirements
The entry requirements listed here are our typical offer for this course for 2019 entry and should be used as a general guide. We operate a flexible admissions policy – this means that different applicants may be made higher or lower offers for the same course, depending on their other achievements.
UCAS tariff
72 tariff points. Level 3 Key Skills and General Studies will count towards the tariff.
A-levels
DDD including two full science A-levels.
Other qualifications
We will consider applicants who have completed an 6.0 in writing and a minimum of 5.5 in the other...
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Subjects
- Conservation
- Ecology
- Biology
- Options
- Staff
Course programme
Year 1
You will explore the foundations of ecology covering skills for bioscientists, genetics and molecular biology, ecology and conservation, terrestrial ecosystems, and diversity of life. You can also choose from topics such as marine biology, global environmental issues and physical geography.
Modules
- Essential Skills for Bioscientists
- Introduction to Genetics and Molecular Biology
- Diversity of Life
- Introduction to Ecology and Conservation
- Terrestrial Ecosystems
Options*
- Introduction to Marine Biology and Ecology
- The Earth and Ocean System
- Global Environmental Issues
*Option modules are indicative and may change, depending on timetabling and staff availability.
Ecology and conservation bsc(hons) (with integrated foundation year)