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Ecology, Conservation and Society (ECoS)

Our group examines the interactions between people and nature, from local to global scales. We research the pressing challenges of the Anthropocene- such as climate change and extinction, wildlife crime, and the crisis in mental health- examining their causes, impacts, linkages, and solutions.

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Geography and Environmental Sciences Courses

With a wide range of undergraduate, postgraduate and distance learning Geography and Environmental Sciences courses, whatever you want to get out of university, let us show you why you want Northumbria University, Newcastle!

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Geography and Environmental Sciences Staff

Our Geography and Environmental Sciences students learn from the best – inspirational academic staff with a genuine passion for their subject. Our courses are at the forefront of current knowledge and practice and are shaped by world-leading and internationally excellent research.

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Undergraduate Open Day Events

Looking to study in with us in September? Our Undergraduate Open Day Events are the perfect opportunity for you to find out as much as you can about our wide range of courses and world-class facilities.

Latest News and Features

the images show the ICOS Auchencorth Moss station near Edinburgh.
A new toolkit has been developed to support rural communities with the development of renewable energy projects. Photo: Adobe Stock
Northumbria Students were the first to complete a new intensive programme offered by ACCESS: Policy, providing an insight into addressing emerging global challenges through policy making. Photo Credit: U.S. Embassy London
Professor Matt Baillie Smith and Sumana Banerjee with Dr Andrew Fleming
Greenland Ice Sheet near Kangerlussuaq, Greenland
Dark green fritiliary (Speyeria aglaja) is a species for which local extinctions have been linked to a warming climate. Photo by Alistair Auffret.
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ESREA Life History and Biography Network
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EcoMat Conference 2024
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