The next course starts in September 2010. The courses is now full. However, we maintain a waiting list and you can also apply now to gain priority next time recruitment takes place:  read on for details

MSc in Ornithology

(With intermediate awards of Graduate Certificate and Graduate Diploma)

Starting September 2010

These part-time programmes present a flexible way of gaining advanced level knowledge and understanding about the biology and ecology of birds, their conservation, and how ornithological problems and issues can be investigated. The overall aim is to provide an easily accessible range of opportunities for professional training in the science of ornithology that is appropriate for either a career, or voluntary activity, in ornithology and nature conservation. 

The programmes consist of a single core of modules with different levels of entry and study that are appropriate to different levels of prior learning and achievement. All teaching takes place at weekends at the University of Birmingham campus in Edgbaston (a full day’s teaching on Saturdays at approximately monthly intervals) plus a block weekend and a block week each year away from Birmingham run in conjunction with the British Trust for Ornithology. This course structure, and its timetabling, means that these programmes are open to people who are in full- or part-time employment. It is possible to enrol for one year's study at a time rather than commit yourself to the full 2 or 3 years for the full award.

For further details of these courses and options go to the following links:

1. General Introduction to the courses

2. Details of course content

3. Which course is for me?

4. Fees and How to Apply.

5. Programme meeting dates 2008-2009

If after reading these pages you have further questions or you want an application pack please contact Linda Marsh  at: l.marsh@bham.ac.uk, tel: 01743 355137