BSc Forest Management
About this course
BSc (Hons) Forest Management is an undergraduate degree in Conservation With Forestry focused on the science and practice of woodland management. Core topics include Data Analysis, Research Methods, and Communication & Writing. Students are based at the Ambleside campus within the Lake District National Park, using surrounding woodlands for practical fieldwork and immersive learning. The first year covers foundational subjects through modules such as Introduction to Managing Trees, Woods and Forests, Measuring Trees and Forests, Silviculture, and Woodland Ecology. The second year introduces applied techniques through Geographic Information Systems, Research Methods and Data Analysis, Managing Forest Operations, and Forest Health and Protection. The final year involves comprehensive planning and independent study with compulsory modules including Forest Plan, Dissertation, Advanced Silviculture, and Business Skills. Optional modules allow students to explore specialised topics such as Woodland Conservation, Advanced GIS and Remote Sensing, and Climate Smart Forestry.
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Entry requirements
104-120 UCAS Tariff Points, You can find out more about the tariff and qualification options from the UCAS tariff table . Offers are tailored to the individual applicant and their circumstances and can be across the tariff range. Applicants who meet our contextual information criteria will be offered at the bottom of the range. GCSE Mathematics at grade 4/C or above. Functional Skills Level 2 in Maths and Adult Numeracy are also accepted. A full list of acceptable level 2 qualifications can be found here . GCSEs: Maths at C/4 or above. A-levels: BBD - BBB. T-levels: P (C+) – M All subjects are accepted for entry to this course. Access to HE: 30 credits at Distinction, 6 at Merit and 9 at Pass. Scottish Highers: BBBC-AABB. Irish LC Highers: B1, B2x3 – A2, B1x3. Alternative routes: If you don't think you'll meet the criteria for direct application to this course, check out our Integrated Foundation Year. Selection criteria: As part of the application and selection process, we are looking for your commitment to this programme. In your personal statement, you should demonstrate your motivation for choosing Forest Management and reflect upon any experience you have gained.
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What students say
Based on about 11 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 94%
- Learning opportunities: 90%
- Assessment and feedback: 84%
- Academic support: 91%
- Organisation and management: 69%
- Learning resources: 91%
- Student voice: 79%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 20 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 75%
- Left higher education: 25%
What graduates do next
Based on about 8 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 55%
- Further study: 5%
- Unemployed: 30%
Most common jobs
- Process, plant and machine operatives: 15%
- Conservation and environment professionals: 15%
- Skilled trades occupations: 10%
- Architects, Chartered Architectural Technologists, Planning Officers, Surveyors and Construction Professionals: 10%
- Elementary occupations: 10%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 25 graduates, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- North East: 5%
- North West: 40%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 5%
- East Midlands: 10%
- West Midlands: 15%
- East of England: 10%
- South West: 5%
- Scotland: 15%
Who gets in
Based on about 15 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 55%
- A degree: 15%
- Other HE qualification: 25%
- Other qualifications: 5%
Accreditation & quality ratings
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Bronze for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Introduction to Managing Trees, Woods and Forests
- Measuring Trees and Forests
- Silviculture
- Woodland Ecology
- Wood Utilisation and Processing
- Forestry Fundamentals
- Practical Forest Skills
- Geographic Information Systems
- Research Methods and Data Analysis
- Managing Forest Operations
- Forest Policy and Governance
- Forest Health and Protection
- People & Forests
- Forest Plan
- Dissertation
- Advanced Silviculture
- Business Skills
- Woodland Conservation
- Advanced GIS and Remote Sensing
- Climate Smart Forestry
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Forest Management at University of Cumbria earn?
The median salary is £23,500 after 3 years, £26,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £18,500 and £30,500. The £26,000 median after five years is £3,000 less than the UK median for Forestry and arboriculture.
What do graduates of BSc Forest Management at University of Cumbria do next?
60% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2022-23).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Forest Management at University of Cumbria?
94% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2024-25.
What grades do I need for BSc Forest Management at University of Cumbria?
The typical offer is BBD at A level. The average entrant had 106 UCAS points.
How many students continue on BSc Forest Management at University of Cumbria?
75% of students continued into their second year, and 25% left higher education.