MSc Statistical Ecology

The PGDip/MSc in Statistical Ecology is a one-year taught programme run by the School of Mathematics and Statistics.

This course aims to give you a sound understanding of the statistical foundations of modern methods in statistical ecology, the skills to use these methods effectively, and experience of applying them to real-world problems, under the supervision of experts, some of whom are leading researchers in this field.

Highlights

• • Introduces key concepts and methods in statistical ecology and provides an overview of the field.

• • Taught by staff at the Centre for Research into Ecological and Environmental Modelling (CREEM), who have more than two decades’ experience developing, using and teaching methods in statistical ecology.

• • Core modules in Semester 1 provide a solid statistical foundation for specialist modules later in the course.

• • Optional placements with collaborators in the UK and abroad as part of a supervised summer research dissertation; connects theoretical training with real field studies and professionals.

• • Flexible dissertation format, which can include producing a podcast, web page, poster, field report, training materials,a short film.

Teaching format

The course consists of two semesters of taught courses followed by a dissertation undertaken over the summer months.

Modules and course material are taught through:

• • lectures

• • one-to-one discussion

• • seminars

• • small group discussion tutorials

You may be assessed on your knowledge and understanding of the course through:

• • examinations

• • coursework

• • class tests

• • presentations

• • research essays

• • research project.

Further particulars regarding curriculum development.