Ecology and Conservation
Degree Cycles
Licence • Master
Study Duration
3 to 5 years
ECTS Credits
180 to 300 ECTS (B1 to M2)
Affiliated Mention
SV
Track Key Facts
EC
3 to 5 years (6 to 10 semesters)
Faculté des Sciences
Université de Fianarantsoa • Campus Andrainjato
Towards Master & Ph.D
This track seamlessly prepares for specialized Master degrees and partner Doctoral Schools.
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This track trains specialists able to analyze the functioning and dynamics of ecosystems, populations, and communities, and to contribute to biodiversity conservation and sustainable management.
Learning Objectives & Core Skills
- Build on Bachelor’s-level training to deepen knowledge in general ecology and biodiversity;
- Master inventory, sampling, ecological monitoring, and data-analysis methods;
- Assess pressures on species and ecosystems;
- Integrate scientific and socio-environmental dimensions of conservation and habitat restoration;
- Prepare for careers in research, biodiversity conservation, protected-area management, and PhD studies.
Curriculum & Course Structure
- Biodiversity, fauna, and flora of Madagascar
- Population dynamics and ecosystem functioning
- Biogeography and phytosociology
- Heritage conservation and conservation biology
- Ethnoecology and sustainable development
- Environmental protection and legislation
- Geographic Information Systems (GIS) applied to ecology
- Research internship and thesis
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