Program Overview
The Master of Ecology at University of Southampton is a MEcol programme in Natural Sciences over 48 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of natural sciences. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Master of Ecology programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United Kingdom and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 48 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: GBP 19,725 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 9,250 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Southampton, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Master of Ecology programme are prepared for diverse careers in natural sciences:
- Research Scientist
- Environmental Consultant
- Laboratory Manager
- Science Writer
- Policy Advisor
- Academic Researcher
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Experimental & Field Biology
- Ecology & Evolution
- Patterns of Life
- Cellular & Genetic Mechanisms
- Macromolecules of Life
- Systems of Physiology
- Cell Biology
- Neuroscience
- Biotechnology and the Living Cell
- Current Topics in Cell Biology
- Plant Cell Biology
- Cellular & Genetic Aspects of Animal Development
- Applied Plant Biology
- Biofilms & Microbial Communities
- Evolution and Development
- In-Silico Research Project
- Tropical Ecology field course.
- Techniques and theory of field biology
- Computational Methods for Biological Data Analysis
- Metabolism & Metabolic Disorders
- Critical Thinking in Biological Research
- Biological Optical Imaging
- Skills in Molecular Bioscience.
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Grades A*- C in English, mathematics and science. If you lack these formal qualifications, your aptitude for this biology degree course will be assessed at interview. International students whose first language is not English must have already attained the necessary standard in English, such as 6.5 in IELTS.
- AAB. For biology degrees, biology must be offered at A level (minimum grade B) with at least one other A level science subject. A level science subjects considered include chemistry, physics, mathematics, psychology, environmental studies, geography and geology Applicants only offering A Level Biology will be considered on a case by case basis.
- 34 points, 17 at higher level including two higher level science subjects to include 6 points in Biology at higher level.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 19,725 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 9,250 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 19,725 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 9,250 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Southampton directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of Southampton
University of Southampton
Moffat, United Kingdom
University of Southampton is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields....
University Profile- Application Deadline 2015-01-18
- Start Date 2018-09-28
- Language English
- Duration 48 months