Centre for Ecology and Conservation
The Centre for Ecology and Conservation uses the power of research and education to understand ecology, evolution and solutions to the global biodiversity crisis.
Welcome to the Centre for Ecology and Conservation, a world-leading research and education hub rooted in the Cornish landscape, with particular strengths in ecology, conservation, evolution, zoology, behaviour, microbiology and marine science. We offer a broad range of undergraduate and masters courses to suit your interests in whole organism biology, and host a thriving community of postgraduate and postdoctoral researchers and fellows.
9th in the world for Ecology
ShanghaiRankings Global Rankings of Academic Subjects 2022
Top 20 in the UK for world-leading research in Biological Sciences
REF 2021, based on 4-star research
6th in the UK for Zoology
Guardian University Guide 2025
Opportunities to undertake study abroad or a year’s placement in business or industry
"We foster an inclusive and collaborative academic community, valuing individuals as stakeholders in the success of the Department, University and themselves."
Professor Dave Hodgson
Head of Department
