Climate change, the impact of a growing human population and the threat to biodiversity, three of the most crucial challenges facing our species, and planet, are addressed on this programme. It is therefore a vitally important area of study if we are to ensure that life on Earth continues. This degree gives you a solid scientific grounding, with extensive laboratory work, supported by insight into biodiversity and awareness of recent advances in ecology and conservation, as well as the opportunity to undertake detailed fieldwork in a rich diversity of habitats. It will appeal to those with a keen scientific interest in wildlife and the environment and provide you with a strong foundation for your future career.
Course Details - Modules
Please visit our website for information on available modules.
Course Details – Assessment Method
Assessment is through a mixture of coursework and examinations tailored to suit the knowledge and skills required for each module. A wide range of coursework is employed which may include practical portfolios, project reports, individual and group presentations. Examinations include seen papers and open book assessments.
Course Details – Professional Bodies
Professional Bodies are not listed for this Course.
How to Apply
26 January This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application Codes
Course code:
C180
Institution code:
E42
Campus Name:
Ormskirk (Main Campus)
Campus code:
Points of Entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
Year 1
Year 2
Year 3
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry are not listed for this Course.
International applicants
Standard Qualification Requirements
Please note, the above represents an example of how you can achieve the required number of tariff points, however you can also achieve this with other combinations.
A combination of A Level and BTEC awards may also be accepted.
Preferably to include Biology or a related subject, such as Environmental Science, Geography or Mathematics. Other subjects will be considered if you have demonstrable interest or experience in ecology or conservation.
GCSE Mathematics at Grade C or Grade 4 or above (or equivalent) is also required.
Please note, the above represents an example of how you can achieve the required number of tariff points, however you can also achieve this with other combinations.
A combination of A Level and BTEC awards may also be accepted.
A minimum of five subjects at Grade H1-H3 will be required.
As long as you have a minimum of two A Levels (or equivalent), there is no maximum number of qualifications that we will accept UCAS points from. This includes additional qualifications such as the Welsh Baccalaureate and Extended Project Qualification (EPQ), AS Levels that haven’t been continued to A Level, and General Studies AS or A Level awards.
For further information on how you can meet the entry requirements, including details of alternative qualifications, please visit www.edgehill.ac.uk/offers or contact our Course Enquiries Team on 01695 657000 or email study@edgehill.ac.uk.
Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course
