• The University of Leeds has twice been recognized by the European Union as a "center of excellence" for biodiversity and conservation training.
  • They believe biodiversity can only be managed and conserved when it can be measured and interpreted properly. The leading researchers are making an impact through their dedicated research within the field of ecology and conservation. 
  • This distinctive course concentrates on the biological principles underlying biodiversity, its assessment, and management. Students learn to identify plants and animals, understand the ecological factors underlying biodiversity and conservation and gain key analytical and practical skills for a range of academic and professional careers. 
  • This flexible course will offer students a wide variety of options, allowing them to personalize their studies in preparation for further academic research or professional development in the field.
  • The mixture of academic and practical subjects will equip students with the diverse set of skills needed for ecological careers and further research. This course combines theory-based modules on the principles of ecology and conservation with a wide range of practical skills-based modules.
  • These include survey, management, and identification skills, where the emphasis is on spending time in the field, and analytical skills such as statistics and GIS.