{"id":302,"date":"2020-03-22T16:02:31","date_gmt":"2020-03-22T16:02:31","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/localhost\/ecosystems\/biodiversity-and-conservation-with-african-field-course-mres\/"},"modified":"2020-03-22T16:02:31","modified_gmt":"2020-03-22T16:02:31","slug":"biodiversity-and-conservation-with-african-field-course-mres","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.cfwt.sua.ac.tz\/ecosystems\/news\/biodiversity-and-conservation-with-african-field-course-mres","title":{"rendered":"Biodiversity and Conservation with African Field Course MRes"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"section1\" class=\"courses-section accordion accordion-course\"><a class=\"accordion-header\" href=\"https:\/\/courses.leeds.ac.uk\/g367\/biodiversity-and-conservation-with-african-field-course-mres#acc1\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-toggle=\"accordion\"><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"accordion-heading accordion-heading-course\"><span id=\"Overview\">Overview<\/span><\/h2><div id=\"toc_container\" class=\"no_bullets\"><p class=\"toc_title\">Contents<\/p><ul class=\"toc_list\"><li><a href=\"#Overview\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_1\">1<\/span> Overview<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#Are_you_ready_to_make_your_impact_on_biodiversity\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_2\">1.1<\/span> Are you ready to make your impact on biodiversity?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#Course_content\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_1\">2<\/span> Course content<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#MSc_or_MRes_whats_the_difference\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_2\">2.1<\/span> MSc or MRes \u2013 what\u2019s the difference?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Course_structure\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_2\">2.2<\/span> Course structure<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Modules\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_2\">2.3<\/span> Modules<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#Year_1\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_3\">2.3.1<\/span> Year 1<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Compulsory_modules\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_3\">2.3.2<\/span> Compulsory modules<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#Learning_and_teaching\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_2\">2.4<\/span> Learning and teaching<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Research_projects\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_2\">2.5<\/span> Research projects<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Practical_skills\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_2\">2.6<\/span> Practical skills<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Assessment\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_2\">2.7<\/span> Assessment<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#Applying_fees_and_funding\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_1\">3<\/span> Applying, fees and funding<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#Entry_requirements\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_2\">3.1<\/span> Entry requirements<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#English_language_requirements\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_3\">3.1.1<\/span> English language requirements<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#How_to_apply\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_2\">3.2<\/span> How to apply<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#Admissions_policy\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_3\">3.2.1<\/span> Admissions policy<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Fees\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_3\">3.2.2<\/span> Fees<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Additional_cost_information\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_3\">3.2.3<\/span> Additional cost information<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#Scholarships_and_financial_support\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_2\">3.3<\/span> Scholarships and financial support<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Scholarships_for_Faculty_of_Biological_Sciences_students\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_2\">3.4<\/span> Scholarships for Faculty of Biological Sciences students<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#Career_opportunities\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_1\">4<\/span> Career opportunities<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#Graduate_Destinations\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_2\">4.1<\/span> Graduate Destinations<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Further_study\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_2\">4.2<\/span> Further study<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Careers_support\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_2\">4.3<\/span> Careers support<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#Study_abroad_and_work_placements\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_1\">5<\/span> Study abroad and work placements<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Field_courses\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_1\">6<\/span> Field courses<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#Invaluable_practical_skills\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_2\">6.1<\/span> Invaluable practical skills<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#African_Ecology\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_2\">6.2<\/span> African Ecology<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Mediterranean_Field_Course\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_2\">6.3<\/span> Mediterranean Field Course<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Specialist_Field_Work\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_2\">6.4<\/span> Specialist Field Work<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#Related_courses\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_1\">7<\/span> Related courses<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\n<p><\/a><\/p>\n<div id=\"acc1\" class=\"accordion-body\">\n<h3><span id=\"Are_you_ready_to_make_your_impact_on_biodiversity\"><strong>Are you ready to make your impact on biodiversity?<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The University of Leeds has twice been recognised by the European Union as a&nbsp;<strong>&#8220;centre of excellence&#8221;<\/strong>&nbsp;for biodiversity and conservation training.<\/p>\n<p>We believe biodiversity can only be managed and conserved when it can be measured and interpreted properly. Our leading researchers are&nbsp;<strong>making an impact<\/strong>&nbsp;through their dedicated research within the field of Ecology and Conservation. Your learning will be heavily influenced by their&nbsp;<strong>world-class research<\/strong>, which drives national and<strong>&nbsp;international policy agendas<\/strong>&nbsp;around&nbsp;<strong>environmental change<\/strong>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<strong>global sustainability<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>This&nbsp;<strong>distinctive course<\/strong>&nbsp;concentrates on the&nbsp;<strong>biological principles underlying biodiversity<\/strong>, its assessment and management. You\u2019ll learn to&nbsp;<strong>identify plants and animals<\/strong>, understand the ecological factors underlying biodiversity and conservation and gain&nbsp;<strong>key analytical and practical skills<\/strong>&nbsp;for a range of academic and professional careers. You\u2019ll also gain valuable experience in biodiversity and conservation-related research.<\/p>\n<p>You\u2019ll also undertake the&nbsp;<strong>African field course<\/strong>&nbsp;is based at&nbsp;<strong>Mpala Research Centre, Laikipia, Kenya<\/strong>. You\u2019ll gain a first-hand appreciation of the ecology and conservation concerns of an African savannah community, both for the wildlife and the people who live in the area. As well as learning about the local environment, flora and fauna, you\u2019ll spend most of the time&nbsp;<strong>designing<\/strong>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<strong>carrying out group research projects<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>This course is designed to prepare you for a&nbsp;<strong>career in conservation<\/strong>, or for further research at&nbsp;<strong>PhD&nbsp;<\/strong>level. If you\u2019re already an established conservation professional, our modules provide additional skills to support you to progress in your employment.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Deadline for applications: 31 March 2020<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"embed-responsive embed-responsive-16by9\">&nbsp;<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"section2\" class=\"courses-section accordion accordion-course\"><a class=\"accordion-header\" href=\"https:\/\/courses.leeds.ac.uk\/g367\/biodiversity-and-conservation-with-african-field-course-mres#acc2\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-toggle=\"accordion\"><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"accordion-heading accordion-heading-course\"><span id=\"Course_content\">Course content<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><\/a><\/p>\n<div id=\"acc2\" class=\"accordion-body\">\n<p>This&nbsp;<strong>flexible<\/strong>&nbsp;course will offer you a wide&nbsp;<strong>variety<\/strong>&nbsp;of options, allowing you to&nbsp;<strong>personalise your study<\/strong>&nbsp;in preparation for further academic research or professional development in the field.<\/p>\n<p>Our&nbsp;<strong>mixture of academic and practical subjects<\/strong>&nbsp;will equip you 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.<\/p>\n<p>The independent research project is one of the most important and potentially fulfilling parts of the degree. Projects cover a wide range of topics and usually include around six to eight weeks of practical work. A number of our students have been based overseas for their project.<\/p>\n<p>If you study part time, the course will last for two years and you\u2019ll study around half of the total number of modules each year.<\/p>\n<h3><span id=\"MSc_or_MRes_whats_the_difference\"><strong>MSc or MRes \u2013 what\u2019s the difference?<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>MRes students have fewer taught modules, and carry out two major research projects rather than one. The MSc is the broader course, suitable for both conservation careers and PhD study, while most students taking the MRes are planning to go on to do a PhD. The MSc allows students to widen their skills base through the additional taught elements that are available. A number of students treat the MSc as a conversion course, after having taken degrees in non-biological subjects.<\/p>\n<h3><span id=\"Course_structure\">Course structure<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The list shown below represents typical modules\/components studied and may change from time to time. Read more in our&nbsp;<a href=\"http:\/\/courses.leeds.ac.uk\/courseterms\">Terms and conditions<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/webprod3.leeds.ac.uk\/catalogue\/dynprogrammes.asp?Y=201920&amp;P=MOR-B%26C%2FA-FT\">For more information and a full list of typical modules available on this course, please read Biodiversity and Conservation with African Field Course MRes Full Time in the course catalogue<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/webprod3.leeds.ac.uk\/catalogue\/dynprogrammes.asp?Y=201920&amp;P=MOR-B%26C%2FA-PT\">For more information and a full list of typical modules available on this course, please read Biodiversity and Conservation with African Field Course MRes Part Time in the course catalogue<\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span id=\"Modules\">Modules<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><a class=\"accordion-header active\" href=\"https:\/\/courses.leeds.ac.uk\/g367\/biodiversity-and-conservation-with-african-field-course-mres#year1\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-toggle=\"accordion\"><\/p>\n<h4 class=\"accordion-heading\"><span id=\"Year_1\">Year 1<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><\/a><\/p>\n<div id=\"year1\" class=\"accordion-body  active\">\n<h4 class=\"m-t-0\"><span id=\"Compulsory_modules\">Compulsory modules<\/span><\/h4>\n<ul class=\"modules\">\n<li><span class=\"module-title\">Biodiversity and Conservation Skills I<\/span><span class=\"module-credits\">10 credits<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"module-title\">MRes Biodiversity and Conservation Skills II<\/span><span class=\"module-credits\">15 credits<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"module-title\">African Field Ecology<\/span><span class=\"module-credits\">20 credits<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"module-title\">Biodiversity and Conservation MSc and MRes Summer Project<\/span><span class=\"module-credits\">60 credits<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"module-title\">Biodiversity and Conservation MRes Research Project 1<\/span><span class=\"module-credits\">40 credits<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<h3><span id=\"Learning_and_teaching\">Learning and teaching<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Your learning will be heavily influenced by the University\u2019s world-class research as well as our strong links with highly qualified professionals from&nbsp;<strong>industry<\/strong>,&nbsp;<strong>non-governmental organisations<\/strong>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<strong>charities<\/strong>. Thanks to these links, potential employers including Natural England, the National Trust, conservation bodies and commercial ecological consultancies, both local and national, contribute directly to teaching on a number of our modules, providing key practical training and invaluable&nbsp;<strong>networking opportunities.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>You\u2019ll experience a wide range of teaching methods including formal lectures, interactive workshops, problem-solving, practical classes and demonstrations.<\/p>\n<p>Through your research project and biodiversity and conservation modules, you\u2019ll receive substantial subject-specific training. Our teaching and assessment methods are designed to develop you into a professional who is able to think independently, solve problems, communicate effectively and demonstrate a high level of practical ability.<\/p>\n<p>Throughout your time at Leeds, you will have access to the very best learning resources and academic support during your studies. We\u2019ve been awarded a Gold rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF, 2017), demonstrating our commitment to delivering consistently outstanding teaching, learning and outcomes for our students.<\/p>\n<h3><span id=\"Research_projects\"><strong>Research projects<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>As an MSc student, you\u2019ll carry out one research project designed to equip you with key field work skills and with an emphasis on practical leaning. The range of project topics is large and diverse, covering applied, empirical and theoretical subjects. Projects can be carried out in the UK or overseas: projects have been carried out in over twenty countries so far, and this year alone we have projects in Mexico, Thailand, Kenya, Egypt, Spain and Cyprus.<\/p>\n<h3><span id=\"Practical_skills\"><strong>Practical skills<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>There are many opportunities to develop valuable practical skills through modules such as Conservation Skills, Insect Identification, Plant Identification, and by the Africa field courses and research project work. You can also build your analytical skills, with modules in GIS and statistics.<\/p>\n<p>Leeds is one of the best locations geographically to study Biodiversity and Conservation. You\u2019ll be within easy reach of three areas of great natural beauty and dramatic scenery; Yorkshire Dales, North Yorkshire Moors and the Peak District \u2013 providing you with a wide range of project and fieldwork opportunities.<\/p>\n<p>On this course you\u2019ll be taught by our expert academics, from lecturers through to professors. You may also be taught by industry professionals with years of experience, as well as trained postgraduate researchers, connecting you to some of the brightest minds on campus.<\/p>\n<h3><span id=\"Assessment\">Assessment<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>We use a variety of assessment methods: multiple-choice testing, practical work, data handling and problem solving exercises, group work, discussion groups (face-to-face and online), computer-based simulation, essays, posters and oral presentations.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"section3\" class=\"courses-section accordion accordion-course\"><a class=\"accordion-header\" href=\"https:\/\/courses.leeds.ac.uk\/g367\/biodiversity-and-conservation-with-african-field-course-mres#acc3\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-toggle=\"accordion\"><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"accordion-heading accordion-heading-course\"><span id=\"Applying_fees_and_funding\">Applying, fees and funding<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><\/a><\/p>\n<div id=\"acc3\" class=\"accordion-body\">\n<h3><span id=\"Entry_requirements\">Entry requirements<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>A bachelor degree with 2:1 (hons) in a relevant subject.<\/p>\n<h4><span id=\"English_language_requirements\">English language requirements<\/span><\/h4>\n<p>IELTS 6.5 overall, with no less than 6.0 in any component. For other English qualifications, read&nbsp;<a title=\"English language equivalent qualifications\" href=\"http:\/\/www.leeds.ac.uk\/projectleeds\/info\/123100\/admissions\/143\/entry_requirements\">English language equivalent qualifications<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Improve your English<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>International students who do not meet the English language requirements for this programme may be able to study our postgraduate pre-sessional English course, to help improve your English language level.<\/p>\n<p>This pre-sessional course is designed with a progression route to your degree programme and you\u2019ll learn academic English in the context of your subject area. To find out more, read&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/courses.leeds.ac.uk\/i204\/language-for-science\">Language for Science (6 weeks)<\/a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/courses.leeds.ac.uk\/i203\/language-for-science-general-science\">Language for Science: General Science (10 weeks)<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>If you need to study for longer than 10 weeks, read more about our&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.leeds.ac.uk\/info\/130567\/language_centre\/617\/postgraduate_pre-sessional_english\">postgraduate pre-sessional English course<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3><span id=\"How_to_apply\">How to apply<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Documents and information you\u2019ll need<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>completed online application form (for Taught Postgraduate Study)<\/li>\n<li>completed&nbsp;<a title=\"Biodiversity &amp; Conservation statement template\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cfwt.sua.ac.tz\/ecosystems\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Biodiversity-Conservation-Supporting-Statement-Template.docx\">supporting statement<\/a><\/li>\n<li>full CV<\/li>\n<li>transcript of degree examination marks achieved to date<\/li>\n<li>copy of final degree certificate (if completed)<\/li>\n<li>evidence of&nbsp;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.leeds.ac.uk\/projectleeds\/info\/123100\/admissions\/143\/entry_requirements\">English language qualification<\/a>&nbsp;(non-native English speakers only)<\/li>\n<li>copy of passport (if you\u2019re an overseas student).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Find out more about&nbsp;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.leeds.ac.uk\/info\/101040\/applying\/86\/how_to_apply_for_masters_courses\">how to apply<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a class=\"btn btn-primary\" href=\"https:\/\/application.leeds.ac.uk\/login\/?courseId=MOR-B%26C%2FA-FT&amp;year=2020%2F21\">APPLY (FULL TIME)&nbsp;<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a class=\"btn btn-primary\" href=\"https:\/\/application.leeds.ac.uk\/login\/?courseId=MOR-B%26C%2FA-PT&amp;year=2020%2F21\">APPLY (PART TIME)&nbsp;<\/a><\/p>\n<p>This link takes you to information on applying for taught programmes and to the University&#8217;s online application system.<br \/>&nbsp;<br \/>If you&#8217;re unsure about the application process, contact the admissions team for help.<\/p>\n<p><b>Next steps<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>we process your application<\/li>\n<li>we inform you of our decision<\/li>\n<li>if we make you an offer, you respond by accepting, declining or deferring<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><span id=\"Admissions_policy\">Admissions policy<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/ses.leeds.ac.uk\/download\/1632\/pgt_faculty_of_biological_sciences_policy_2020\">Faculty of Biological Sciences Taught Postgraduate Admissions Policy 2020<\/a><\/p>\n<h4><span id=\"Fees\">Fees<\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>UK\/EU: \u00a313,000 (total)<\/li>\n<li>International: \u00a324,500 (total)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Part-time fees for this course are split 50:50. For example the full-time course fee is split over the two years of study. You will pay half of the course fees in a year one and the half again in your second year.<\/p>\n<p>Read more about&nbsp;<a title=\"paying fees and charges\" href=\"http:\/\/www.leeds.ac.uk\/info\/128004\/fees_and_costs\/327\/when_and_how_to_pay\">paying fees and charges<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Brexit&nbsp;<\/strong><br \/>Visit our&nbsp;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.leeds.ac.uk\/info\/123000\/international_students\/365\/eu_referendum__information_for_students\">Brexit page<\/a>&nbsp;for the latest information on the effect of the UK&#8217;s exit from the EU on current students and applicants to the University.<\/p>\n<p>For fees information for international taught postgraduate students, read&nbsp;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.leeds.ac.uk\/pgtfees\/\">Masters fees<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h4 id=\"additional-fees\"><span id=\"Additional_cost_information\">Additional cost information<\/span><\/h4>\n<p>There will also be small costs for travel to and from field sites for certain modules. There may be additional costs related to your course or programme of study, or related to being a student at the University of Leeds. Read more about&nbsp;<a title=\"Additional costs page\" href=\"http:\/\/www.leeds.ac.uk\/info\/128004\/fees_and_costs\/440\/additional_costs\">additional costs<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>There may be additional costs related to your course or programme of study, or related to being a student at the University of Leeds. Read more about&nbsp;<a title=\"Additional costs page\" href=\"http:\/\/www.leeds.ac.uk\/info\/128004\/fees_and_costs\/440\/additional_costs\">additional costs<\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span id=\"Scholarships_and_financial_support\">Scholarships and financial support<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>If you have the talent and drive, we want you to be able to study with us, whatever your financial circumstances. There may be help for students in the form of loans and non-repayable grants from the University and from the government.&nbsp; Find out more at&nbsp;<a title=\"Masters funding overview\" href=\"http:\/\/www.leeds.ac.uk\/info\/130536\/funding\">Masters&nbsp;funding&nbsp;overview<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3><span id=\"Scholarships_for_Faculty_of_Biological_Sciences_students\"><strong>Scholarships for Faculty of Biological Sciences students<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>We award a generous range of scholarships to UK, EU and international students. We consider all eligible applicants who demonstrate outstanding academic achievement and excellent personal and professional skills. Visit our&nbsp;<a title=\"Scholarships\" href=\"https:\/\/biologicalsciences.leeds.ac.uk\/masters\/dir\/scholarships\/10024\/masters\">FBS fees and scholarships page<\/a>&nbsp;to find out more about the range of scholarships we have to offer.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Government-backed loan<\/strong>&nbsp;= Up to \u00a310,906.&nbsp;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.leeds.ac.uk\/info\/101050\/fees_and_costs\/262\/postgraduate_loans\">Find out more.<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Alumni bursary<\/strong>&nbsp;= If you are a former student of the University of Leeds you may be eligible for a&nbsp;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.leeds.ac.uk\/info\/130537\/university_scholarships_and_funding\/88\/alumni_bursary\">10% alumni tuition fee bursary<\/a><\/p>\n<p>You can also&nbsp;<a href=\"http:\/\/scholarships.leeds.ac.uk\/\">search our postgraduate scholarships database<\/a>&nbsp;or you can also find information on&nbsp;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.moneysavingexpert.com\/students\/postgraduate-loans\">MoneySavingExpert<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"section4\" class=\"courses-section accordion accordion-course\"><a class=\"accordion-header\" href=\"https:\/\/courses.leeds.ac.uk\/g367\/biodiversity-and-conservation-with-african-field-course-mres#acc4\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-toggle=\"accordion\"><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"accordion-heading accordion-heading-course\"><span id=\"Career_opportunities\">Career opportunities<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><\/a><\/p>\n<div id=\"acc4\" class=\"accordion-body\">\n<p>We take both your personal and your career development very seriously. We have a proactive Industrial Advisory Board who advises us on what they look for in graduates and on employability related skills within our courses.<\/p>\n<p>Our graduates have gone on to a very varied range of biodiversity and conservation jobs and careers around the world. We know that the subject knowledge and training we provide is excellent, but we\u2019re also trying to produce well-rounded graduates who have the skills, experience and confidence to succeed in a challenging job market.<\/p>\n<p>The balance we create between theoretical and practical components in conservation offer you the opportunity to develop specialist and transferable skills on our degrees that go beyond a Masters and open up diverse opportunities when you graduate. As with many of our MSc and MRes graduates, you could go on to study for a PhD and enter a research career. You could also go on to a career in an applied ecology or conservation-related area. Potential employers look for academic qualifications in combination with practical skills and experience, and a relevant MSc course can give you the edge in a highly competitive field.<\/p>\n<p>Our dedicated Employability and Professional Development Officer will ensure that you are aware of events and opportunities to increase your employability. In addition, our Masters Career Development Programme will support you to:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>explore career options and career planning<\/li>\n<li>understand the PhD application process and optimise PhD application<\/li>\n<li>learn how to use LinkedIn and other social media for effective networking and career opportunities<\/li>\n<li>practice interviews for both job and PhD applications<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>You will also have access to seminars and presentations from industry professionals (including our alumni) at faculty led career events. We also have regular research seminars presented by leading academics from around the world on their specialist subjects.<\/p>\n<h3><span id=\"Graduate_Destinations\"><strong>Graduate Destinations<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>All of the following organisations have recruited employees from our biodiversity and conservation Masters:<\/p>\n<p>ARKive<\/p>\n<p>Bradford Metropolitan District Council<\/p>\n<p>Chester Zoo<\/p>\n<p>Natural England<\/p>\n<p>Exmoor National Park<\/p>\n<p>Forestry Commission<\/p>\n<p>Frontier<\/p>\n<p>IUCN (International Union for the Conservation of Nature)<\/p>\n<p>Newfound Harbor Marine Institute, Florida<\/p>\n<p>The Environment Agency<\/p>\n<p>The National Trust<\/p>\n<p>The Royal Society for the Protection of Birds<\/p>\n<p>Yorkshire Wildlife Trust<\/p>\n<p>The Society for Environmental Exploration<\/p>\n<p>Professional and career development<\/p>\n<h3><span id=\"Further_study\"><strong>Further study<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>A substantial proportion of our graduates undertake further study at Leeds or elsewhere. Recent graduates have gone on to PhD positions in the UK and overseas eg in USA, Germany, South Africa.<\/p>\n<h3><span id=\"Careers_support\">Careers support<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>We encourage you to prepare for your career from day one. That\u2019s one of the reasons Leeds graduates are so sought after by employers.<\/p>\n<p>The Careers Centre and staff in your faculty provide a range of help and advice to help you plan your career and make well-informed decisions along the way, even after you graduate. Find out more at the&nbsp;<a href=\"http:\/\/careerweb.leeds.ac.uk\/\">Careers website<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"section5\" class=\"courses-section accordion accordion-course\"><a class=\"accordion-header\" href=\"https:\/\/courses.leeds.ac.uk\/g367\/biodiversity-and-conservation-with-african-field-course-mres#acc5\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-toggle=\"accordion\"><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"accordion-heading accordion-heading-course\"><span id=\"Study_abroad_and_work_placements\">Study abroad and work placements<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><\/a><\/p>\n<div id=\"acc5\" class=\"accordion-body\">\n<p>The Biodiversity and Conservation Internships module allows you to carry out a sandwich year, giving you a 12-month period of work experience in the middle of your course. You\u2019ll arrange your own internship (normally either one 12-month placement or two 6-month placements), which should be relevant to your degree scheme. Typical internship venues include conservation organisations, statutory agencies, consultancies, research centres and nature reserves.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"section6\" class=\"courses-section accordion accordion-course section-active\"><a class=\"accordion-header\" href=\"https:\/\/courses.leeds.ac.uk\/g367\/biodiversity-and-conservation-with-african-field-course-mres#acc6\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-toggle=\"accordion\"><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"accordion-heading accordion-heading-course\"><span id=\"Field_courses\">Field courses<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><\/a><\/p>\n<div id=\"acc6\" class=\"accordion-body\">\n<h3><span id=\"Invaluable_practical_skills\"><strong>Invaluable practical skills<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>We see great value in the learning opportunities offered by practical field courses. We offer two optional field courses in African Ecology and Mediterranean Ecology as part of the degree; if you wish to take the African Ecology field course, you should apply for the \u2018with African Field Course\u2019 programme. Both courses run in the Easter vacation and, along with the research project, are often one of the highlights of the degree for many students.<\/p>\n<h3><span id=\"African_Ecology\"><strong>African Ecology<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The African field course is based at Mpala Research Centre, Laikipia, Kenya. You\u2019ll gain a first-hand appreciation of the ecology and conservation concerns of an African savannah community, both for the wildlife and the people who live in the area. As well as learning about the local environment, flora and fauna, and field safety procedures, you\u2019ll spend most of the time designing and carrying out group research projects. You\u2019ll produce project reports when you return to the UK. You\u2019ll also give short presentations about key topics in the ecology and conservation of savannas, and where possible resident researchers will also provide guest lectures. These are always fascinating accounts of the science being undertaken at Mpala.<\/p>\n<h3><span id=\"Mediterranean_Field_Course\"><strong>Mediterranean Field Course<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The Mediterranean field course takes you down to southern Spain to experience an entirely different ecological landscape. Andalucia is among the most arid areas in Europe, with a flora and fauna that are very different to those of the UK.<\/p>\n<p>You\u2019ll carry out projects on the unique plant communities that thrive in the gypsum soils, and the diverse array of pollinators, butterflies, beetles and scorpions that are abundant on the site. You\u2019ll also have the opportunity to study the migratory birds that use the area as a pathway from Africa back to summer breeding grounds in Europe, the wild boar that roam the abandoned farm on which the field station is based, the bats that roost in the nearby gypsum caves, and the lizards that bask on the rocky outcrops throughout the site.<\/p>\n<p>Ahead of the visit, you\u2019ll work in small groups to develop a research topic in collaboration with a member of staff, and produce individual literature reviews. You\u2019ll then carry out research work in your groups during the field course, making use of the range of habitats and taxa available on the site.<\/p>\n<p>The course also gives you the opportunity to visit a nearby coastal town and the local cave system. The field course ends with team seminars before you travel back to the UK to produce a short, individual research paper.<\/p>\n<h3><span id=\"Specialist_Field_Work\"><strong>Specialist Field Work<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>We also offer a range of fieldwork within our Leeds-based modules, giving you the opportunity to investigate ecology in a variety of landscapes. Your degree starts with an introductory residential weekend in the Yorkshire Dales, and throughout the year a number of modules are largely field-based. For example, Habitat Management involves field trips to a range of different habitats, while the Conservation Skills module offers several different options.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<aside class=\"hide-md\">\n<h2 class=\"h2-lg\"><span id=\"Related_courses\">Related courses<\/span><\/h2>\n<div class=\"course-related\">\n<ul class=\"list-no-style\">\n<li>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/courses.leeds.ac.uk\/27958\/Biodiversity_and_Conservation_MRes\">Biodiversity and Conservation MRes<\/a><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/courses.leeds.ac.uk\/27996\/Biodiversity_and_Conservation_MSc\">Biodiversity and Conservation MSc<\/a><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/courses.leeds.ac.uk\/27997\/Biodiversity_and_Conservation_with_African_Field_Course_MSc\">Biodiversity and Conservation with African Field Course MSc<\/a><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>OverviewContents1 Overview1.1 Are you ready to make your impact on biodiversity?2 Course content2.1 MSc or MRes \u2013 what\u2019s the difference?2.2 Course structure2.3 Modules2.3.1 Year 12.3.2 Compulsory modules2.4 Learning and teaching2.5 Research projects2.6 Practical skills2.7 Assessment3 Applying, fees and funding3.1 Entry requirements3.1.1 English language requirements3.2 How to apply3.2.1 Admissions policy3.2.2 Fees3.2.3 Additional cost information3.3 Scholarships and [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[4],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-302","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-news"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.cfwt.sua.ac.tz\/ecosystems\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/302","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.cfwt.sua.ac.tz\/ecosystems\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.cfwt.sua.ac.tz\/ecosystems\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.cfwt.sua.ac.tz\/ecosystems\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.cfwt.sua.ac.tz\/ecosystems\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=302"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.cfwt.sua.ac.tz\/ecosystems\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/302\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.cfwt.sua.ac.tz\/ecosystems\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=302"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.cfwt.sua.ac.tz\/ecosystems\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=302"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.cfwt.sua.ac.tz\/ecosystems\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=302"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}