Overview

It integrates conservation, ecology and biodiversity – with a focus on the problems of restoring and maintaining viable populations of animal and plant species, and natural and managed ecosystems – so you can better confront complex conservation problems.

This Master of Conservation Biology offered at the University of Queensland is taught by world-class experts, in an intensive mode that allows you to complete the equivalent of one and a half academic years in just 12 months.

You'll deepen your understanding of all aspects of biodiversity and conservation, environmental philosophy, national and international conservation policy, and systematic conservation decision-making processes.

In addition to advanced-level coursework, you'll complete more than a month of fieldwork at unique sites, including subtropical rainforests, national parks, outback Australia, UQ’s Heron Island and Moreton Bay research stations, and the Solomon Islands.

Program highlights

Study at UQ, the world’s leading university for biodiversity conservation research.

Gain a comprehensive education in the ecosystems and evolutionary potential of the world’s flora and fauna.

Complete field work at unique sites and research stations.

Deepen your understanding of all aspects of biodiversity and conservation, environmental philosophy, national and international conservation policy.

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Conservation & Wildlife Biology

Sampling Design & Analysis in Conservation Science

Conservation in Context

Conservation Policy

Strategies for Business Sustainability and Innovation

Environmental Philosophy

Marine Conservation

Geographical Information Systems

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 18 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-06-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-04-01 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

32 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Biology Biodiversity & Conservation Ecology View 9 other Masters in Biodiversity & Conservation in Australia

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Academic requirements

GPA

Required

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

CRICOS CODE : 082609K

Bachelor degree in the same discipline (botany, ecology, evolution, zoology); or Graduate Certificate in Conservation Biology. UQ or equivalent GPA of 5 on a 7 point scale.

Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Tuition Fee

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International

80640 AUD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 80640 AUD per year during 18 months.
National

9960 AUD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 9960 AUD per year during 18 months.

Living costs for Brisbane

1402 - 2528 AUD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Win a €10000 Scholarship! Deadline: 30 June 2020

Embark on your journey with the Studyportals Scholarship! We're giving away a total of 20,000 euros to help you achieve your dream of studying abroad.

Win a €10000 Scholarship! Deadline: 30 June 2020

Embark on your journey with the Studyportals Scholarship! We're giving away a total of 20,000 euros to help you achieve your dream of studying abroad.

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