MSc Conservation Project Management

The management of species, habitats and ecosystems is increasingly drawing upon principles and practices from other disciplines, such as business, marketing and human resources.

Overview

The MSc in Conservation Project Management draws upon the extensive conservation project management experience of Durrell Wildlife Conservation Trust and equips you with the skills and tools you need to manage conservation projects effectively. The pathway is particularly suitable for managers of conservation projects who wish to build on their existing skills, or conservation practitioners who wish to move into a project management role. You spend time at the International Training Centre at Durrell Wildlife Conservation Trust in Jersey.

Teaching and assessment

Assessment is carried out primarily through coursework with written examinations for some modules. The research dissertation is written up in the format of a paper for publication.

Programme aims

This programme aims to:

• produce postgraduates equipped to play leading roles in the field of international conservation and biodiversity management
• develop new areas of teaching in response to the advance of scholarship and practice
• provide you with opportunities to gain a interdisciplinary perspective on conservation issues through collaborative exchange between DICE and the wider University
• develop your competence in applying theoretical and methodological skills to the implementation of conservation practice and biodiversity management
• develop your critical and analytical powers in relation to policy formulation and data analysis and interpretation
• provide you with the skills to adapt and respond positively to change
• develop critical, analytical problem-based learning skills and the transferable skills necessary for professional development
• enhance the development of your interpersonal skills
• assist you to develop the skills required for both autonomous practice and team-working.

Careers

The School has a very good record for postgraduate employment and academic continuation. DICE programmes combine academic theory with practical field experience to develop graduates who are highly employable within government, NGOs and the private sector.