MSc Applied Conservation Genetics with Wildlife Forensics (Online Learning) MSc, PgDip (ICL), PgCert (ICL), PgProfDev

These entry requirements are for the 2026-27 academic year and requirements for future academic years may differ. Entry requirements for the 2027-28 academic year will be published on 1 Oct 2026.

A UK 2:1 honours degree, or its international equivalent, in biological, biochemical, forensic science or veterinary sciences or a related science discipline.

We may also consider your application if you have a minimum of 3 years' work experience in a related scientific area, for example molecular biology research/ forensics laboratory work. You may be admitted to certificate level only in the first instance. Please contact the programme team to check before you apply.

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Core courses
Certificate phase Credits
Essential population genetic theory and techniques 20
Introduction to applied conservation genetics - part 1 10
Introduction to applied conservation genetics - part 2 10
Introduction to wildlife forensics 10
Genetic data analysis for conservation management and wildlife forensics 10
Diploma phase Credits
Applied conservation genetics and wildlife forensics 20
The role of wildlife genetics in global conservation challenges 20
Masters phase Credits
Dissertation* 60
*must be written within a 12-month period

Option courses
Elective courses
Diploma phase Credits
Quality management in wildlife forensic science 10
Reporting forensic evidence 10
Population genetics for conservation breeding 10
Conservation genetics for reintroductions, translocations and population monitoring 10