Genetic variability within the Aspen Hoverfly
Investigate the genetics of the population of Aspen Hoverflies in Strathspey
Estimate Crested Tit population density while accounting for imperfect detection, and assess how environmental and habit...
Postgraduate opportunities
Each autumn the RSPB offers an exciting range of MSc and PhD level projects
If you're passionate about conservation and currently enrolled in a UK-based MSc or PhD programme, we’d love to hear from you.
This section lists available MSc and PhD level research opportunities for 2027. To be eligible, students must be:
- Registered on an MSc or PhD course at a UK university
- Supported by a university supervisor
To learn more or apply, please contact the relevant project leads directly. For general enquiries, email: RSPBScience@rspb.org.uk
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