Environmental Biology Msci (Hons)
The University of Nottingham
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews of 15 graduates of Environmental Biology Msci (Hons) and other courses in Ecology and Environmental Biology at The University of Nottingham for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Ecology and Environmental Biology.
Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.
All Ecology and Environmental Biology courses of The University of Nottingham
Salary
Salary of Graduates in Biosciences
Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Ecology and Environmental Biology at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £26000 | £24000 | £30000 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £22500 - £30000 | £19500 - £30000 | £24000 - £38500 |
All Biosciences courses of The University of Nottingham
Salary of all UK Graduates of Biosciences
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £21866 | £19488 | £23462 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £18953 - £24799 | £15277 - £24087 | £18263 - £28993 |
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Course Description
This integrated masters course advances your skills in environmental biology research. You'll study how to write research proposals and how to communicate your research to a wider audience. You'll develop your project management skills and your grasp of analytical techniques. All of these are essential if you decide you'd like a research career.
Our course uncovers the human impacts on our natural environment. You will study environmental threats and management. The biggest threats to biodiversity are climate change, habitat loss, invasive species. You'll study the effect of these threats, and learn ways to manage and reduce them.
Topics include:
- Ecology
- Conservation
- Animal behaviour
- Botany
- Sustainability
- Environmental protection
You'll gain experience in surveying techniques that are used when working as an ecologist. Day trips, field work and visits to local sites will include activities such as:
- bat surveys
- phase one habitat surveys
- sustainable homes
- renewable energy
- winter tree ID
Throughout your degree you have the opportunity to choose from a range of additional options. You can apply to do these when you get here:
- Industry placement - you can add a year in industry between years three and four
- Study abroad - options include our Malaysia campus, Australia, Canada, or Europe
Jobs & Career Perspectives
15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.
All Ecology and Environmental Biology courses of The University of Nottingham
Current jobs
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Required skill level of job after 15 months
All Ecology and Environmental Biology courses of The University of Nottingham
Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Environmental Biology Msci (Hons) at The University of Nottingham
| 15% | Business, Research and Administrative Professionals |
| 10% | Teaching Professionals |
| 9% | Business and public service associate professionals |
| 8% | Information Technology Professionals |
| 8% | Customer service occupations |
| 6% | Media Professionals |
| 5% | Sales occupations |
| 4% | Administrative occupations |
| 4% | Managers, directors and senior officials |
| 3% | Teaching and Childcare Support Occupation |
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for Ecology and Environmental Biology
All Ecology and Environmental Biology courses of The University of Nottingham
Qualification requirements
Scottish Higher qualifications are considered on an individual basis
Access to HE Diploma
Including one in a relevant subject/science (80 UCAS tariff points)
BTEC Level 3 National Diploma: DD plus A Level English at grade B. Preferred:- Performing Arts, Art & Design, Digital Film and Video Production,Business IT, Applied Science,Sport, Sport and Exercise Science
31-30 overall or 665-655 in 3 HL subjects.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate: D plus AB in two A Levels to include English. Preferred:- Performing Arts, Art & Design, Digital Film and Video Production,Business IT, Applied Science,Sport, Sport and Exercise Science
Including a relevant subject/science @ C or above (80 UCAS tariff points)
English language requirements
| test | Grade | Additional Details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6 | Minimum 55 in each element. |
| TOEFL (iBT) | 80 | Minimum 17 in Writing and Listening; 18 in Reading and 20 in Speaking. |
| PTE Academic | 65 | Minimum 59 in each element |
| IELTS (Academic) | 6 | Minimum 55 in each element. |
| TOEFL (iBT) | 80 | Minimum 17 in Writing and Listening; 18 in Reading and 20 in Speaking. |
| PTE Academic | 65 | Minimum 59 in each element |
Costs
Tuition Fees Environmental Biology Msci (Hons)
| EU | £28600 | year 1 |
|---|---|---|
| England UK | £9250 | year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | year 1 |
| International | £28600 | year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9250 | year 1 |
Average student cost of living in the UK
| Rent | £518 |
| Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) | £50 |
| Supermarket shopping | £81 |
| Clothing | £35 |
| Eating out | £33 |
| Alcohol | £27 |
| Takeaways / food deliveries | £30 |
| Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) | £24 |
| Holidays and weekend trips | £78 |
| Transport within city | £17 |
| Self-care / sports | £20 |
| Stationary / books | £13 |
| Mobile phone / internet | £13 |
| Cable TV / streaming | £7 |
| Insurance | £51 |
| Other | £95 |
| Average student cost of living | £1092 |
London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.
How to apply
Application deadline:
August 1, 2025
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.
Possible Entry Points:
- year 1 (Default entry point)
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About The University of Nottingham
The University of Nottingham is a government funded research university based in Nottingham, England. Their aim is to become global leaders in education and research, cultivating a culture of curiosity and ambition. The university’s main campus is located approximately half an hour’s bus ride away from Nottingham city centre, which gives students the peace and quiet they need to study while not removing them completely from metropolitan comforts.
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Student composition of The University of Nottingham
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Total number of students enrolled at The University of Nottingham by level Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
- undergraduates:
- 27810
- postgraduates:
- 7620
- Total:
- 35430
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Number of students enrolled in courses of subject “Environmental Biology”: 3390 Academic year - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
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