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Behaviour, Evolution and Conservation / Comportement, évolution et conservation

Master HEU

Université de Lausanne (UNIL)

Catégories
Lieu de formation

Lausanne (VD)

Langue d'enseignement

anglais

Type de formation

Hautes écoles universitaires HEU

Modalités temporelles

À plein temps - À temps partiel

Thèmes de formation

Environnement - Nature, sciences naturelles

Filières d'études

Biologie - Sciences de l'environnement

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Description

Description de la formation

The Master of Science in Behaviour, Evolution and Conservation is for students who wish to deepen their knowledge in ecology, behavioural ecology, evolutionary biology and conservation biology, as well as to develop relevant technical, quantitative and research management skills.

Students' personal research projects account for 50% of the credits towards the degree, chosen from a diverse range of projects that may involve field work, laboratory experiments, genomics, computation or modelling, in a broad range of animal, plant and microbial systems.

This knowledge builds the foundations for evidence-based biodiversity management and conservation strategies.

Possibility of specialisation in:

  • Behaviour, Economics and Evolution
  • Computational Ecology and Evolution
  • Geoscience, Ecology and Evolution (in collaboration with the Faculty of Geosciences and Environment)

Studies description

The Master program has a normal duration of 4 semesters and comprises 120 ECTS.

The first semester of studies consists of compulsory covering conceptual and methodological aspects. The knowledge and skills acquired will be applied in the context of a small individual research project.

From the second semester, the program consists of a personal Master research project, a field course and optional courses dedicated to evolution, evolutionary genetics, animal behaviour and conservation biology. Several courses can be chosen from other Master’s programs.

Within the framework of the master, it is possible to follow the general program or choose one of three specialisations. Some compulsory and optional courses will be common to all specialisations, while others will be specific to the chosen specialisation.

Plan de la formation

Master Behaviour, Evolution and Conservation

Crédits ECTS
1st semester (Module 1 & 2)
 
Compulsory
  • Concepts in Ecology
  • Concepts in Evolution
  • Data Analysis
  • Introduction to Scientific Writing
  • Molecular Methods in Ecology and Evolution
  • Master BEC Retreat

Practical Project (Module 2)

  • First Step Research Project
30
2nd to 4th semester (Module 3)
 

Compulsory course

  • Seminars of the Department of Ecology and Evolution

Choice of optional courses

  • Applied Ecology
  • Co-evolution, Mutualism, Parasitism
  • Integrated course Mountain Ecosystems
  • Phylogeny and Comparative Methods
  • Animal Communication and Parasitism
  • Biological Invasions
  • Phylogeography
  • Spatial Analysis and GIS in Ecology
  • Etc.

Optional Field courses

  • Drivers of Invertebrate Biodiversity along Ecological Gradients
  • Ecology and Evolution of the Mediterranean Flora
  • Integrated Practical Work Mountain Ecosystems in the Alps
40
2nd to 4th semester (Module 4)
 

Personal Research Project

  • Write a Review
  • Master Research Project
50
Total
120

1 crédit ECTS correspond environ à 25-30 heures de travail.

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Combinaison des branches

The "Behavior, Evolution, and Conservation" program does not allow branch combinations.

Description en branche secondaire ou hors faculté

The subject cannot be studied as a minor.

Admission

Conditions d’admission

  • Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Biology or in a field considered to be equivalent awarded by a Swiss university.

Other degrees awarded by a foreign university may be considered equivalent and grant access to the program with or without further conditions.

Overview of the different pathways to consecutive Master’s programs : Admission - vue d'ensemble

The university is responsible for admission (see "Links on Admission").

Lien sur l'admission

Inscription

Online registration with the Admissions and Enrollment Office.

Deadline for the fall semester: April 30

Applicants requiring a visa must register 2 months before these deadlines.

Coûts

Université de Lausanne (UNIL) > Faculté de biologie et de médecine (FBM)

Taxes d'inscription aux cours (examens compris) et taxes semestrielles: CHF 580.- par semestre.

Diplôme

  • Master haute école universitaire HEU

Master of Science (MSc) in Behaviour, Evolution and Conservation / Maîtrise universitaire ès Sciences en comportement, évolution et conservation

Débouchés

Career prospects

The strong quantitative skills developed in the Master are very sought after, for example, in public health, whereas the orientation towards biodiversity provides a good basis for students who want to become biology teachers. As such, this program serves as a foundation for potential careers in :

  • Academic research
  • Museums
  • Conservation Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs)
  • Federal research stations and offices
  • Public services for environmental protection
  • Private applied ecology or genetic service companies

Secondary Education Diplomas I and II

The Master's degree in Behavior, Evolution, and Conservation is among the qualifications automatically recognized for teaching biology at the secondary level II.

Under certain conditions, students may also combine the MAS/teaching diploma for secondary level II with the Master of Arts/Science in Teaching for secondary level I.

For more information : candidat.hepl.ch

Infos pratiques

Lieu / adresse

  • Lausanne (VD)

Déroulement temporel

Début des cours

Mid-September

Durée de la formation

The standard duration of the Master’s program (120 ECTS credits) is 4 semesters, with a maximum duration of 6 semesters. An extension may be granted for valid reasons.

It is possible to complete this Master’s program on a part-time basis. The standard duration for part-time study is 8 semesters, with a maximum duration of 10 semesters.

Modalités temporelles

  • À plein temps
  • À temps partiel

Langue d’enseignement

  • anglais

Recommended level : C1

Liens

Renseignements / contact

School of Biology : Tél. +41 (0)21 692 40 10,
biologie-etudiants@unil.ch

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