on July 20, 2018
As part of the training activities of the ECoS consortium we would like to highlight the following MSc course at the Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies – The University of Edinburgh.
MSc/Diploma/Certificate/PPD in Applied Conservation Genetics with Wildlife Forensics
This postgraduate programme is a unique scientific programme that equips current and future wildlife professionals with the knowledge, skills and global networks to address modern challenges in conservation management and law enforcement.
Within conservation science, there is increasing recognition of the value of genetic data to support management decisions. However, scientists and managers with the skills and knowledge to apply population genetic theory to conservation practice are lacking. Within this arena, wildlife forensics is an exciting new field that is attracting increasing global attention in the fight against the illegal wildlife trade.
The programme is designed as an institutional collaboration between the University of Edinburgh and SASA (Science and Advice for Scottish Agriculture), a government facility which houses the UK wildlife DNA forensics laboratory. Students will have a unique opportunity to learn from internationally recognised specialists in the application of genetic analysis to conservation management and wildlife forensics.
To find more details about this programme please visit https://www.ed.ac.uk/vet/studying/postgraduate/taught-programmes/conservation-genetics
For any queries, please email conservation.genetics@ed.ac.uk
The use of science and medicine to address conservation challenges in the field and inform management decisions through the application of novel ideas, new technologies, or big data.
Supporting the development of evidence-based sustainable conservation policies through the production and analysis of research data.
Offering education and professional development to empower current and future generations of conservation scientists.