Overview

MASTER OF SCIENCE DEGREE IN ECOLOGICAL RESOURCES MANAGEMENT (MERM)

PROGRAMME OVERVIEW

To develop knowledge, skills and competencies in the field of Biodiversity Conservation and Sustainable development relevant to various employment capabilities and careers in the world of work and society. To prepare students for further studies and lifelong learning Biodiversity Conservation and Sustainable development. To cultivate an entrepreneurial and innovative spirit in graduates of the programme.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

For all entry pathways candidates must have at least five Ordinary Level subjects including English Language, Mathematics and a Science subject at grade C or better.

Normal Entry: Normally a BSc Honours degree in Biological Sciences or Biodiversity Conservation or any related field with at least a 2.2 degree class.

Special Entry: Applicants with a degree class of 3 but have considerable experience in a related industry will be considered

Mature Entry: No provision for mature entry.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES AND FURTHER EDUCATION

Employability: Conservationists and Ecologists with Conservation organisations, Environmental Managers, Curators at natural history museums, lecturers in Technical colleges, Universities, Entrepreneurs in fisheries and related industries. 

Further Studies: Doctoral studies in Biodiversity Conservation, Environmental Management,  Sustainable Development

Programme Structure