Master in Global Conservation

Tackle global biodiversity challenges and influence national and international biodiversity conservation policies with our Global Conservation MSc. Our Global Conservation MSc offers a unique education in biodiversity and conservation. It combines training in technical skills, policy and end-user engagement. This MSc will give you the expertise to **understand and inform international conservation policies** and **address real-world environmental problems**. ### Key programme highlights - **Real-world engagement:** Address current conservation issues by collaborating on projects and assignments designed with organisations like the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) and more. - **Policy-relevant skills:** Develop your expertise in species conservation, policy writing, and biodiversity assessments. - **Global perspective:** Learn about the diverse cultural, ecological, and political contexts crucial for achieving the Convention on Biological Diversity's vision of 'living in harmony with nature'. You’ll gain in-depth knowledge of the Global Biodiversity Framework and learn about the major challenges and solutions identified by world governments. This course combines theoretical and practical learning, allowing you to engage with contemporary global issues. You’ll work with our expert staff and prominent national and international organisations. Find out more about the work we do Research collaborations Current research includes work with: - Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) - International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) - United Nations Environment Programme World Conservation Monitoring Centre (UNEP-WCMC) - environment departments in a range of countries - World Agroforestry (ICRAF) - DEFRA and Natural England - NGOs in the UK and overseas How to apply