Ecology And Conservation Bsc in Royal Holloway, University of London

  • Duration : 3 Years
  • Intake : September
  • Level : Undergraduate
  • Tuition & fees : £ 20,900 Per Year
  • IELTS : 6.5
  • TOEFL : 0
  • PTE : 61


About Ecology And Conservation Bsc in Royal Holloway, University of London

The course

Ecological considerations factor among the key concerns facing our planet today. The decline of bee populations, for example, poses a real threat to agricultural crop yields and the health of flowering plants, and groundbreaking research at Royal Holloway, University of London is helping to uncover the reasons behind this crisis.

Studying Ecology and Conservation at Royal Holloway will teach you the fundamental principles of how plants and animals interact with each other and the wider environment, applying both theoretical and practical tools to understand diverse aspects of ecology including both terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems, behavioural ecology and conservation.

The first year of Ecology and Conservation provides a strong foundation in plant, animal and ecosystem topics, including vertebrate evolution and diversity, plant evolution, form and function, cell biology, genetics and biomes and ecosystems. Acquiring skills in biological data analysis and practical field ecology form a key part of the second year, alongside studies in evolution, invertebrate biology, and insects, plants and fungi. You can also choose to study animal behaviour, microbiology, or to attend the residential field course on marine biology. The final year includes the study of population and community ecology, and marine ecology and biodiversity. There are options to study conservation biology, evolutionary ecology, entomology, extreme animal physiology, circadian biology, as well as to take part in the overseas field course that examines Mediterranean conservation and ecology. This flexible course allows you to tailor your learning in years 2 and 3, to suit your own interests.

Our biodiverse campus is in easy reach of sites of special scientific interest including Windsor Great Park, Box Hill and Chobham Common, providing the opportunity for rewarding field work and independent study. You will gain practical experience across all three years of the degree, with many laboratory-based or field-based practicals in years 1 and 2, and an individual research project in year 3. The project can involve laboratory, field, or computer-based approaches, but whichever project you choose, you will join our renowned research culture.

Our flexible degree programmes enable you to apply to take a Placement Year, which can be spent studying abroad, working or carrying out voluntary work. You can even do all three if you want to (minimum of three months each)! To recognise the importance of this additional skills development and university experience, your Placement Year will be formally recognised on your degree certificate and will contribute to your overall result. Please note conditions may apply if your degree already includes an integrated year out, please contact the Careers & Employability Service for more information.

  • Understand how ecological principles can be used to tackle conservation challenges.
  • Learn the principles of how plants and animals interact with each other and the wider environment.
  • Take part in an overseas field course that examines Mediterranean conservation and ecology.

Your future career

Follow your passion for Ecology and Conservation at Royal Holloway, University of London and you’ll graduate with a portfolio of skills to make you an attractive prospect to potential employers.

You’ll gain invaluable lab experience from year 1 onwards, and pick up transferrable skills including scientific and academic writing, logical thinking and presentation. You’ll join our renowned research culture as you complete your independent research project in year 3. Take these experiences in to the workplace and you could join our alumni in sectors including practical conservation, environmental monitoring and nature reserve management.

Our close-knit graduate network means that Royal Holloway alumni often visit to share their knowledge and experience with current students, while opportunities including internships, research project placements and outreach events help you to make the first step towards your future career.

Academic qualification equivalents

  • Achieve a grade of 75% overall in your Higher Secondary School Certificate with a grade 85% in any subject specified above

English language requirements (one of the below):

  • IELTS          :      6.5 overall, with no subscore lower than 5.5.      
  • PTE             :      61 overall. No subscore lower than 51.

Royal Holloway, University of London Highlights

Type of university Public
Establishment Year 1849
Campus Setting Urban
Location Egham, Surrey, England
Total Number of Students Enrolled (December 2019) 10,593
Total Number of Undergraduate Students Enrolled 8,393
Total Number of Graduate Students Enrolled 2200
Number of International Students 2,086
Type of Programs Undergraduate, graduate, graduate-research
Mode of Application Online
Financial aid Scholarships/ Loans/ Work-Study


The cost of attendance for international students for 2020-21 sessions is tabulated below:Royal Holloway, University of London The Average Tuition Fees And Other Expenses

Expenditure Item Amount (per year)
Tuition 15,900 - 22,600 GBP
Living cost 8,000 - 12,000 GBP
Accommodation 3,575- 8,680 GBP
Food 40-60 per week GBP
Social life 50 per week GBP
Transport 760 GBP
Books 300- 450 GBP

The tuition fee for undergraduate and graduate students varies from program to program. Some programs and respective tuition fee are tabulated below:

Undergraduate programs

Name of Program Tuition Fee for international students
Business and Management 18,800 GBP
Engineering 21,400 GBP
Law 17,700 GBP
Computer Science 21,400 GBP
Economics 18,800 GBP

Graduate programs

Name of Program Tuition Fee for international students
Business and Management 19,000 GBP
Engineering 19,000 GBP
Law 17,900 GBP
Psychology 19,000 GBP
English 17,900 GBP
Drama, Theater and Dance 21,000 GBP
Information Security 21,000 GBP

Know more about Studying in UK

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Average Accomodation & Food Costs in UK £850 to £1,050 a month
Entrance Exams in UK TOEFL: 88 | IELTS: 6.5 | PTE: 59 | GMAT: 590
Work and Study in UK Permitted for 20 hours/week with a valid study permit.
Post Study Work Permit in UK 2 Year after graduation depending on the course.
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Fees components - (1st year Fees and expense)

Tuition & fees :

£ 20,900

Total

£ 20,900