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MSc Island Biodiversity and Conservation has been designed and is delivered by JICAS in Jersey, with support from the University of Exeter as the accrediting institution.
Dissertation options across the globe
Substantial fieldwork modules in the Channel Islands and Canary Islands
Training future leaders, managers and policy makers in island biodiversity and conservation
Normally at least a 2:1 Honours degree or equivalent in Biology or a relevant science subject is required, although a 2:2 with relevant experience will be considered. Relevant science subjects include Life Sciences: Biological Sciences, Zoology, Conservation, Environmental Science, Sustainable Development, Geography.
Applicants with significant, professional work experience seeking an academic qualification or the opportunity to enhance skills or knowledge in this field will also be considered.
Candidates may be asked to attend an interview (which may be by Skype, telephone or video link).
Please note, as this programme is delivered by Jersey International Centre of Advanced Studies, the University may need to share your data with a third party external organisation in order to reach a decision on, or progress your application. In such circumstances we are committed to protecting your data in accordance with all relevant data protection legislation.
Please also see our guidance on essential documentation required for an initial decision on taught programme applications .
Please visit our entry requirements section for equivalencies from your country and further information on English language requirements .
Please also see our guidance on essential documentation required for an initial decision on taught programme applications .
International students need to show they have the required level of English language to study this course.
The required IELTS test scores for this course fall under Profile B2 .
Please visit our English language requirements page to view the required test scores and equivalencies from your country.
International students need to show they have the required level of English language to study this course. The required test scores for this course fall under Profile B2 . Please visit our English language requirements page to view the required test scores and equivalencies from your country. --> Human activities in most peopled islands are eroding the natural resource base on which not only the islanders themselves, but also the nonhuman species depend for survival. Those vital resources include soil, water and the natural habitats of inland and coastal areas, all of which are affected by overexploitation, pollution, waste disposal and invasive species.
With the added burden of climate change, some small island nations are being pushed to their environmental limits. Overcoming the challenges requires good scientific understanding of the island environment, adaptive management skills and solutions appropriate to island circumstances.