Applied Conservation Genetics (SCQF level 11) CPD Award

What is special about this course?

Genetic data is transforming the way we monitor ecosystems and manage species, offering powerful tools to better understand and protect biodiversity. To put these tools into practice, conservation needs more professionals like you who are equipped with the skills to apply genetic techniques in real-world settings.

The CPD Applied Conservation Genetics (SCQF level 11) course is designed to give you those skills. You will begin by building a strong foundation in the population genetic theory that underpins modern conservation. Then, through hands-on training, you will gain experience with key laboratory techniques and genetic tools used to generate molecular data. You will also develop the analytical and statistical skills needed to interpret and apply this data effectively. Most importantly, you will learn how to use these tools to address real conservation and species management challenges.

Special features

• Gain practical experience in cutting-edge environmental and conservation techniques
• Undertake laboratory analyses in a state-of-the-art genetics laboratory
• Receive tuition from world leading experts in conservation genetics

Entry requirements

• 2:2 Undergraduate degree in a relevant subject 
• Other qualifications will be considered for those with a minimum of three years' relevant professional experience
   

CPD Award

You will study the following core module:

• Applied conservation genetics
  • Genetic data has become an invaluable tool in species management and environmental monitoring, however the application of genetic techniques in management practice is limited by the number of people with the skills and knowledge to apply this data. This module will introduce you to the theory underlying contemporary conservation genetics, providing you with an overview of the genetic tools and statistical approaches available, and showing you how these are applied in practice, to answer management questions.

Fees

For information on costs of this course please contact the campus where you wish to study.

Funding

UHI has a number of scholarships, bursaries, awards, and discretionary fund opportunities available to new and current students. Please use the A-Z of funds or use the filter to see which ones may be relevant to you. All students are welcome to apply.

Further information on funding your studies is also available, please see the attached link or contact the relevant UHI partner.

Additional costs

You will be required to attend a one-week lab course as part of the programme, which is based in UHI Inverness. This will incur travel and accommodation costs for students who are not resident in Inverness (see the Funding section for financial assistance).