Ecology

Ecologist The applied route for anyone who pictures themselves as a conservation scientist. Ecologists analyze data on plants, animals and their surroundings, research how house building and farming affect land and water, and advise landowners and councils, working for local authorities, conservation organizations, government bodies and universities. You will need a degree or postgraduate qualification in a subject such as ecology, environmental science or zoology; an Ecologist Level 7 degree apprenticeship, usually around three years, also exists, though vacancies are rare. Pay is typically about £24,000 to start and can reach £50,000 with experience. Fieldwork is outdoors in all weathers, and you may need a driver's license for sites.