BSc Woodland Ecology and Conservation with Placement
About this course
The BSc (Hons) Woodland Ecology and Conservation with Placement is an undergraduate degree in Marine Biology and Conservation With Forestry. Core topics include Data Analysis, Research Methods, Fieldwork, Communication & Writing, and Critical & Analytical Thinking. This four-year full-time course includes a sandwich work placement year in the third year at a partnered institution, and is based at the Ambleside campus in the Lake District. The first year covers the foundations of forestry and ecology through Introduction to Managing Trees, Woods and Forests, Measuring Trees and Forests, and Woodland Ecology. The second year introduces applied techniques and governance via Ecological Census Techniques, Geographic Information Systems, and Forest Policy and Governance, alongside optional modules such as Forests & People and Valuing the Environment. The final year focuses on advanced planning and research through Forest Plan, Dissertation, and Woodland Conservation. Optional modules in the final year allow students to study Ecosystem Management, Advanced Silviculture, or 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: Level 2 Acceptable Entry Requirements . 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 Woodland Ecology and Conservation. In your personal statement, you should demonstrate your motivation for choosing this course and reflect upon any experience you have gained.
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What students say
Based on about 18 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 92%
- Learning opportunities: 87%
- Assessment and feedback: 76%
- Academic support: 94%
- Organisation and management: 70%
- Learning resources: 87%
- Student voice: 75%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 20 students who started, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 90%
- Left higher education: 5%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 5%
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
- Natural and social science professionals: 20%
- Elementary occupations: 10%
- Sales occupations: 10%
- Business and public service associate professionals: 10%
- Conservation and environment professionals: 10%
- Find their work meaningful: 75%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 60%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 75%
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 25 students who started, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 65%
- A degree: 10%
- Other HE qualification: 10%
- Other qualifications: 15%
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
- Forestry Fundamentals
- The Tree of Life
- Form and Function
- Ecological Census Techniques
- Geographic Information Systems
- Research Design and Data Analysis
- Forest Policy and Governance
- Forest Health and Protection
- Forests & People
- Valuing the Environment
- Environmental Change: Past Present Future
- Field Ecology and Wildlife Conservation
- Work Placement
- Forest Plan
- Dissertation
- Woodland Conservation
- Ecosystem Management
- Advanced Silviculture
- Business Skills
- Advanced GIS and Remote Sensing
- Climate Smart Forestry
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Woodland Ecology and Conservation with Placement at University of Cumbria earn?
The median salary is £24,000 after 15 months, £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 the same as the UK median for Ecology and environmental biology.
What do graduates of BSc Woodland Ecology and Conservation with Placement 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 Woodland Ecology and Conservation with Placement at University of Cumbria?
92% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2024-25.
What grades do I need for BSc Woodland Ecology and Conservation with Placement at University of Cumbria?
The typical offer is BBD at A level. The average entrant had 106 UCAS points.
Does BSc Woodland Ecology and Conservation with Placement at University of Cumbria include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has a compulsory placement year.
How many students continue on BSc Woodland Ecology and Conservation with Placement at University of Cumbria?
90% of students continued into their second year, and 5% left higher education.