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Ecological considerations factor among the key concerns facing our planet today. The decline of bee populations, for example, poses a real threat to agricultural crop yields and the health of flowering plants, and groundbreaking research at Royal Holloway, University of London is helping to uncover the reasons behind this crisis.
Studying Ecology and Conservation at Royal Holloway will teach you the fundamental principles of how plants and animals interact with each other and the wider environment, applying both theoretical and practical tools to understand diverse aspects ...
Ecological considerations factor among the key concerns facing our planet today. The decline of bee populations, for example, poses a real threat to agricultural crop yields and the health of flowering plants, and groundbreaking research at Royal Holloway, University of London is helping to uncover the reasons behind this crisis.<br/><br/>Studying Ecology and Conservation at Royal Holloway will teach you the fundamental principles of how plants and animals interact with each other and the wider environment, applying both theoretical and practical tools to understand diverse aspects of ecology including both terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems, behavioural ecology and conservation.<br/><br/>The first year of Ecology and Conservation provides a strong foundation in plant, animal and ecosystem topics, including vertebrate evolution and diversity, plant evolution, form and function, cell biology, genetics and biomes and ecosystems. Acquiring skills in biological data analysis and practical field ecology form a key part of the second year, alongside studies in evolution, invertebrate biology, and insects, plants and fungi. You can also choose to study animal behaviour, microbiology, or to attend the residential field course on marine biology. The final year includes the study of population and community ecology, and marine ecology and biodiversity. There are options to study conservation biology, evolutionary ecology, entomology, extreme animal physiology, circadian biology, as well as to take part in the overseas field course that examines Mediterranean conservation and ecology. This flexible programme allows you to tailor your learning in years 2 and 4, to suit your own interests.<br/><br/>Our biodiverse campus is in easy reach of sites of special scientific interest including Windsor Great Park, Box Hill and Chobham Common, providing the opportunity for rewarding field work and independent study. You will gain practical experience across all four years of the degree, with many laboratory-based or field-based practicals in years 1 and 2, and an individual research project in year 4. The project can involve laboratory, field, or computer-based approaches, but whichever project you choose, you will join our renowned research culture.<br/><br/>Our year in industry degrees are highly valued by employers and they give you the chance to gain first-hand experience of the world of work and to apply your learning to real-world scenarios. Your year in industry will start at the end of year 2.<br/><br/><br/>- Understand how ecological principles can be used to tackle conservation challenges.<br/><br/><br/>- Learn the principles of how plants and animals interact with each other and the wider environment.<br/><br/><br/>- Take part in an overseas field course that examines Mediterranean conservation and ecology.<br/>
Clearing is your chance to secure a place at a top 34 UK university (Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025).
Picture stunning red-brick architecture and a buzzing campus community all set over 135 acres of stunning parkland.... that's what awaits at Royal Holloway, University of London.
There's also a wide range of undergraduate courses on offer! Get to grips with all things digital, from programming and software engineering, to computer graphics and robotics in Computer Science BSc. Learn the ins and outs of English and European Law, and qualify as a s...
Clearing is your chance to secure a place at a top 34 UK university (Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025).<br/><br/>Picture stunning red-brick architecture and a buzzing campus community all set over 135 acres of stunning parkland.... that's what awaits at Royal Holloway, University of London.<br/><br/>There's also a wide range of undergraduate courses on offer! Get to grips with all things digital, from programming and software engineering, to computer graphics and robotics in Computer Science BSc. Learn the ins and outs of English and European Law, and qualify as a solicitor in Law LLb. Or practise your French, German, Spanish or Italian language skills on a year abroad, on the Modern Languages BA!<br/><br/>Click Visit Website now, to start your Clearing journey at Royal Holloway.
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
22/09/2025
Campus
Main Site
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
C151
Institution Code
R72
Points of Entry
Year 1
B,B,B,B,B
Including either Biology, Geography or Environmental Science; plus 1 other science (Chemistry, Physics, Maths, Further Maths, Statistics, Psychology, Geography, Environmental Studies, Applied Science, Geology).
D:24,M:21
Including all Biology units at Distinction. Please note that the Access to Higher Education Diploma will only be acceptable if the applicant has had a considerable break from education
30
5,5,5 at Higher Level including either Biology, Geography or Environmental Systems and Societies; plus 1 other science (Chemistry, Physics, Maths, Further Maths, Psychology, Geography, Environmental Systems and Societies), with a minimum of 32 points overall.
Not Accepted
H3,H3,H3,H3,H3
Including either Biology, Geography or Environmental Science; plus 1 other science (Chemistry, Physics, Maths, Further Maths, Statistics, Psychology, Geography, Environmental Studies, Applied Science, Geology).
We require at least five GCSEs at grade A*-C or 9 - 4 including English and Mathematics.
DM
In Applied Science plus grade B in either A-level Biology, Geography or Environmental Science. A Pass is required in the practical element of all Science A-levels taken.
B,B,B
B,B,C
Including either Biology, Geography or Environmental Science; plus 1 other science (Chemistry, Physics, Maths, Further Maths, Statistics, Psychology, Geography, Environmental Studies, Applied Science, Geology).
Applicants with the Cambridge Pre-U are strongly encouraged to apply to Royal Holloway. Offers will be made on the basis of equivalent A-Level grades as can be found on the Royal Holloway website.
D
Plus A-levels grade BB in either A-level Biology, Geography or Environmental Science; plus 1 other science (Chemistry, Physics, Maths, Further Maths, Statistics, Psychology, Geography, Environmental Studies, Applied Science, Geology). A Pass is required in the practical element of all Science A-levels taken.
B,B,B
B,B,C
Where an applicant is taking the EPQ alongside A-levels, the EPQ will be taken into consideration and result in lower A-level grades being required. Socio-economics factors which may have impacted an applicant's education will be taken into consideration and alternative offers may be made to these applicants. Required subject: Either Biology, Geography or Environmental Science; plus 1 other science (Chemistry, Physics, Maths, Further Maths, Statistics, Psychology, Geography, Environmental Studies, Applied Science, Geology). A Pass is required in the practical element of all Science A-levels taken.
M
T-Level should be in a Science Pathway with Merit achieved overall, Merit in the occupation specialism and B in the Core Component.
Requirements are as for A-levels where one non-subject-specified A-level can be replaced by the same grade in the Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate.
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