PhD/iPhD Animal Ecology

Course Overview This course investigates the profound effects of rapid environmental change—from climate shifts to pollution—on global biodiversity and health. Students will learn to predict these consequences through an integrated approach that combines molecular, individual, and ecosystem-level studies. The program emphasizes both experimental and field-based research, providing direct links to real-world conservation and public health challenges. Key Program Highlights Integrated research spanning molecular processes to ecosystem dynamics Hands-on fieldwork at unique locations like the Loch Lomond field station (SCENE) Focus on pressing global issues including disease transmission and food security Collaborative projects with geographers, statisticians, and mathematicians Opportunity to achieve an integrated PhD (iPhD) exit award