Study Ecology and Conservation at a UK Top 15 University*
Develop your practical conservation skills at our spectacular location in Cornwall
*The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025 and the Complete University Guide 2025
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Our degrees are led by some of the UK’s top biologists working in evolution, conservation and ecology. Our teaching introduces new concepts in research and demonstrates how these are applied practically in the field.
You will benefit from excellent student-staff ratios, small group tutorials and welcoming and supportive staff.
We offer field courses in exciting local, national and international destinations. Students also have the opportunity to include a professional placement or a paid year in industry as part of their degree.
Top 20 in the UK for world-leading research in Biological Sciences*
6th in the UK for Zoology in The Guardian University Guide 2025
Opportunities to undertake study abroad or a year’s placement in business or industry
Taught by some of the UK's top biologists in evolution, conservation and ecology
*REF 2021, based on 4-star research
"I really liked the modularity aspect of my course and the fact that I could take modules outside of my degree programme as it gave me a chance to explore new areas. I chose to study a module called Marine and Coastal Sustainability and I discovered I really enjoyed that subject.
In my final year, I went to Borneo for 2 weeks on a field trip where we lived in a small local village in the middle of the rainforest. I learned so much about the culture and the local people who have their roots in the forest and are in charge of the care of it."
Betty, from Hong Kong, studying BSc Conservation Biology and Ecology
"My favourite thing about the BSc in Conservation Biology and Ecology is the versatility of the modules. I originally came on the programme thinking I wanted to study mainly conservation, however my interests shifted towards evolution, disease, and sexual selection. I have been allowed to select modules that fitted my new interests while also covering the original topic of conservation."
Tomohito, from Japan, studying BSc Conservation Biology and Ecology
There are a range of ways that you can find out more about undergraduate study at the University of Exeter. We run open days throughout the year where you can hear from current students and staff and visit our campuses as well as resources to help you find out more about studying with us.
Alternatively, we offer online open days or you can book onto a undergraduate Campus visit.
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