Degree Apprenticeship Ecologist Level 7

Overview

An ecologist studies the relationships between living things and their environment to help to resolve potentially conflicting demands between economic development and the health of the environment. The Level 7 Ecologist Degree Apprenticeship is designed to provide an accessible work-based learning route as an alternative to a traditional degree model.

At a glance

Landscape Ecologists work in a wide range of organisations including, Local Authorities or Non-Governmental Organisations (NGO), using ecological and other data to develop strategies and policies. A Consultant Ecologist or Ecological Scientist may work in a specialist ecological consultancy or for large organisations, such as civil engineering companies, proposing innovative ideas and solutions.

What grades will I need?

An honours degree (upper 2nd class or higher) or significant prior experience and evidence of competence in English and Maths. Apprentices without a minimum Level 2 qualification in English and maths will need to achieve this level prior to end-point assessment. Individual employers will set the selection criteria for their apprentices.

How long will the course take?

Typically, this will take you 30-36 months to complete, working 4 days per week and coming in to college one day per week.

What will I learn?

The apprenticeship has three routes, ecological consultant, ecological scientist, and landscape ecologist. At the end of the apprenticeship, you will have gained a Level 7 “Master’s” qualification which will include taught elements covering topics such as conservation and sustainability, biodiversity conservation and analytical methods for ecologist

A research project, completed in the final year of the apprenticeship, provides an opportunity for apprentices to focus on an area of interest shared with their employer.

What job roles would a Ecologist Degree Apprentice be in?

Typical roles include work in a wide range of organisations including, ecological consultancy, local authorities, NGOs, government agencies, and research. Graduates may be able to progress to more senior roles with their employer and be prepared to undertake a PhD.