BSc Conservation and Community Engagement
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Conservation and Community Engagement, a marine biology degree focused on the intersection of ecological science, community action, and environmental sustainability. Core topics include Statistics, Research Methods, Fieldwork, Project Management, Ethics & Professional Practice, Entrepreneurship, and Human Behaviour. The curriculum includes a major independent project in the final year and practical residential fieldwork opportunities. The first year establishes foundational knowledge through compulsory modules such as Biology, Ecology and Evolution, Ethics of Animal Use, and Human-Animal Interaction. The second year expands into practical applications with Community Engagement, Habitat Management, Nature and Human Wellbeing, and Practical Field Skills. The final year involves advanced study and independent research through modules including Major Project, Applied Engagement, Education and Advocacy, Applied Issues in Wildlife Conservation, and Behaviour Change.
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Entry requirements
112-96 UCAS Tariff points. We accept A Levels, T Levels, BTECs, OCR, Access to HE and most other qualifications within the UCAS Tariff. 4 GCSEs at grade C, or grade 4, or above, including English, Maths and Science. If English is not your first language you will be expected to demonstrate a certificated level of proficiency of at least IELTS 6.0 (Academic level) or equivalent English Language qualification, as recognised by Anglia Ruskin University.
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What students say
Based on about 78 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Teaching on my course: 89%
- Learning opportunities: 89%
- Assessment and feedback: 85%
- Academic support: 90%
- Organisation and management: 77%
- Learning resources: 87%
- Student voice: 88%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 150 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- Continued on course: 75%
- Left higher education: 21%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 3%
What graduates do next
Based on about 11 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 75%
- Working and studying: 5%
- Further study: 5%
- Unemployed: 5%
Most common jobs
- Animal care and control services: 55%
- Elementary occupations: 15%
- Science, engineering and technology associate professionals: 10%
- Sales occupations: 10%
- Customer service occupations: 10%
- Find their work meaningful: 65%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 45%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 45%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 135 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 1%
- North West: 1%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 3%
- East Midlands: 7%
- West Midlands: 2%
- East of England: 54%
- London: 13%
- South East: 13%
- South West: 3%
- Wales: 2%
- Scotland: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 165 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- A levels: 92%
- Access course: 3%
- Other qualifications: 5%
Accreditation & quality ratings
TEF 2023 (whole university): Gold overall, Gold for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Biology
- Ecology and Evolution
- Industry Skills and Professional Wellbeing
- Ethics of Animal Use
- Human-Animal Interaction
- Into ARU
- Ruskin Module
- Community Engagement
- Habitat Management
- Nature and Human Wellbeing
- Plant-Animal Interactions
- Research Methods
- Practical Field Skills
- Wildlife Conservation Skills
- Major Project
- Applied Engagement, Education and Advocacy
- Applied Issues in Wildlife Conservation
- Behaviour Change
- Conservation Planning and Development
- Decolonising Conservation
- People Management, Training and Support
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Conservation and Community Engagement at Anglia Ruskin University earn?
The median salary is £25,000 after 15 months, £19,000 after 3 years, £23,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £19,500 and £28,000. The £23,500 median after five years is £500 less than the UK median for Animal science.
What do graduates of BSc Conservation and Community Engagement at Anglia Ruskin University do next?
90% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Conservation and Community Engagement at Anglia Ruskin University?
89% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Conservation and Community Engagement at Anglia Ruskin University?
The average entrant had 109 UCAS points.
How many students continue on BSc Conservation and Community Engagement at Anglia Ruskin University?
75% of students continued into their second year, and 21% left higher education.