Ecology and Environmental Biology (Including Year Abroad) - BSc (Hons)

University of Essex

### **What is the BSc (Hons) Ecology and Environmental Biology?****The BSc (Hons) Ecology and Environmental Biology is a three-year degree, extendable to four with an optional year in placement or abroad.**You’ll become a well-rounded ecologist ready to design management solutions for current and future ecosystem challenges.### **Why this course**The BSc (Hons) Ecology and Environmental Biology lets you explore terrestrial, marine and freshwater systems, examining taxa from the smallest microbes to the largest organisms on Earth.You’ll investigate the crucial role of biodiversity in supporting ecosystem functions and securing the flow of ecosystem services on which humanity depend. And you’ll develop strong theoretical, practical and data-handling skills to help you understand how biodiversity and ecosystems are changing.You’ll also have the opportunity to train in tropical marine biology in Indonesia and environmental biology and ecology on our new Arctic field course.Add a placement year or study abroad to put your learning into practice, expand your perspective and build confidence in professional or international settings.You’ll graduate on the path to an ecology or environmental science career, ready to help resolve the increasing environmental issues across the world. ### **Who should apply*** Future ecologists and environmental scientists* Those wanting to further our modern understanding of all levels of life* Students eager to support and improve the lives of individuals, ecosystems and environments* Practical learners wanting hands-on experience

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