Students will develop in-depth skills in analysis and interpretation of ecological and environmental challenges and problems at local, national and global levels. This program will enable students to understand the ecology of populations, communities and ecosystems. Students will also gain extensive experience in practical ecology by exploring key concepts and issues in the field, studying and researching the way that organisms interact with each other and their natural environment. Students will graduate with practical field skills as well as laboratory and analytical expertise, fully prepared for a career in conservation management.