Programme description
What you can expect to study
- Understand environmental and resource challenges.
- Develop field, data and impact-assessment skills.
- Evaluate sustainable management and policy responses.
University of Cumbria · Carlisle
MSc Conservation Management
A new programme based in the Lake District at Ambleside, training conservation professionals to tackle climate change and biodiversity loss using local habitats as a field base.
Career direction
Where it may lead
Possible career directions include:
- Environmental consultant
- Sustainability officer
- Conservation professional
- Agricultural or resource-management specialist
Career outcomes depend on experience, professional registration where applicable and the modules completed. We can help you compare the exact curriculum before you apply.
Entry requirements
Can I apply?
- Academic
- BSc (Hons) or equivalent in a related area, minimum 2:2
- Sri Lankan qualifications
- Special degree (normally 4 years) or international degree (normally 3 years) at a local institution with B, 55% (2:2/Lower Second) or above
- English (IELTS)
- 6.5 overall, no band below 5.5
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How we help
Your application, handled.
- We check your eligibility and documents.
- We prepare and submit your application to University of Cumbria.
- We help you meet any offer conditions and get your CAS.
- We guide your Student visa application.
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Course information checked October 2026 from the official course page on cumbria.ac.uk. The expanded description is a concise GEC summary based on the course record and subject area; module choices, professional recognition, fees, entry requirements and intakes can change. We confirm the latest details with University of Cumbria before you apply. Global Educational Consultants is an independent consultancy.