Global Change Ecology and Evolution

About this course

In the face of unprecedented global environmental challenges, there is an urgent need to train scientists that can preserve our natural world and mitigate the impact of human activities on our ecosystems. This MSc is designed to equip you with the skills and knowledge to tackle this Global Change crisis.

Careers and employability

We envisage an increasing demand for graduates that understand how the natural world responds to anthropogenic challenges within research institutes, government departments, conservation bodies and charities, agriculture, industry, scientific communication and teaching.

Graduation from the Global Change Ecology & Evolution MSc programme will provide lifelong learning skills, scientific training and opportunity for employment. These opportunities include diverse careers spanning scientific research and teaching, consultancy, industry and NGOs where the skills can be applied in different and bespoke ways. Progression in academic and scientific research careers will be enabled by enhancing research skills for PhD and beyond, as well as industry.
The skills and expertise that students develop over the course of the programme will support a transition to a career as a research scientist, environmental consultant, environmental agency, environmental education officer, higher education lecturer, nature conservation officer or science writer