MSc Primate Behaviour, Conservation and Welfare

Learn about the latest developments in primate behaviour, conservation and welfare on this programme delivered by world-leading experts. Develop your skills to become a professional primatologist and support a range of in-situ and ex-situ conservation efforts Features an overseas field course*, providing hands-on learning in measuring primate behaviour and ecology. This enables you to practise and develop advanced skills in behavioural observation, non-invasive sampling of health and welfare indicators and conservation monitoring Access state-of-the-art teaching and laboratory facilities, including genetics, endocrinology, drone and GIS facilities Design and complete a primate field study using the latest software packages, such as R, CyberTracker and QGIS Work with our partners in industry and field sites in Asia, Africa, Central America, Europe and the UK, as well as zoos, sanctuaries and NGOs globally. These connections will give you the opportunity to develop and extend your professional networks On this MSc programme you will be supported by a thriving primatology group with a broad mix of expertise in behavioural ecology, social behaviour, cognition, welfare and conservation. You will have the chance to engage in innovative research on primate behaviour and welfare and to effect positive conservation change. As part of your studies you will be encouraged to attend and present your work at national and international conferences, and to publish your research in scientific journals.

You will need: Home International Qualification requirements Undergraduate degree MInimum 2.2 Honours degree in a relevant science subject. Further information RPL Applications via RPL will be considered by the LJMU URG Group. Good numeracy skills and experience with statistical analysis are considered essential for RPL pathway. International requirements IELTS 6.5 overall with 5.5 in each component. Find your country Please Note: All international qualifications are subject to a qualification equivalency check. How to apply Securing your place at LJMU To apply for this programme, you are required to complete an LJMU online application form. You will need to provide details of previous qualifications and a personal statement outlining why you wish to study this programme.

IELTS 6.5 overall with 5.5 in each component

International students: £19,400 per year

UK students: £12,580 per year

UK/Home: £12,580 per year

International: £19,400 per year

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• Liverpool John Moores University, City Campus, Liverpool, United Kingdom