Wildlife Health and Conservation University of Liverpool

Overview

The Wildlife Health and Conservation degree at  University of Liverpool  is led by renowned academics from Liverpool’s Institute of Infection, Veterinary & Ecological Sciences and enriched through our strategic partnership with Chester Zoo – one of the world’s leading conservation organisations. You’ll benefit from specialist teaching by industry professionals, hands-on experience in internationally recognised welfare assessment methods, and dedicated workshops on conservation leadership. An optional 10-day overseas field course further expands your global outlook and applied experience. 

​Blending active learning, research innovation, and real-world application, this MSc equips you with advanced research, analytical, digital, and communication skills – preparing you to become a confident, evidence-based leader in wildlife health and conservation worldwide.

Careers and employability

​​Graduates of the MSc in Wildlife Health and Conservation are equipped to make a real difference in the future of global biodiversity. The skills you’ll gain—ranging from advanced research and data analysis to fieldwork, leadership, and communication—open doors to a wide range of career paths. 

​For those interested in further study, this MSc also provides an excellent foundation for PhD research or specialist roles at the interface of wildlife health, conservation, and global health. 

Potential career destinations for graduates include:

• ​Conservation organisations and charities, tackling global biodiversity challenges

• Zoos and aquariums, developing and managing species recovery programmes

• ​Wildlife hospitals and rehabilitation centres, caring for animals and managing health challenges

• National parks and reserves, leading conservation and disease-management initiatives

• Government agencies and non-government organisations, shaping policy and evidence-based decision-making

• ​Environmental consultancies and education providers, applying science to practice and inspiring others.