Jump to content

Log in or register to remove this advert

Potential jobs following an MSc in Forest Management?


Recommended Posts

Log in or register to remove this advert

  • Replies 35
  • Created
  • Last Reply

Top Posters In This Topic

Ditto, im just starting my PGDip (to eventually be an MSc) in Forestry at Bangor (Distance learning) so I would be interested in knowing what career options it will open up, personally im hoping for a job at management level with maybe Tilhill or the FC (if their still about) or possiby consultancy. All I know is there isn't a great deal at the moment, I regularly check the Tihill website and Countryside Jobs Service to see whats about, but plenty of time I suppose. Keep us informed.

 

Tom.

Link to comment
Share on other sites

i spoke with a chap from the fc about a month ago who confirmed that the fc has put in a recruitment ban for at least the next year, so yeah, i dont think i'll be with them initially! private sector is the way to go, according to said guy.

 

i'm also looking to go into something at management level, however to be honest i dont really mind what i do as long as i'm not stuck in an office all week...

Link to comment
Share on other sites

Ditto, im just starting my PGDip (to eventually be an MSc) in Forestry at Bangor (Distance learning) so I would be interested in knowing what career options it will open up, personally im hoping for a job at management level with maybe Tilhill or the FC (if their still about) or possiby consultancy. All I know is there isn't a great deal at the moment, I regularly check the Tihill website and Countryside Jobs Service to see whats about, but plenty of time I suppose. Keep us informed.

 

Tom.

 

Thumbs up to Bangor!

 

I finished my degree there 3 years ago.

 

I hope Christine and Colin are still there, going strong!

 

H

Link to comment
Share on other sites

Did my MSc in environmental forestry in Bangor 10 years ago now and while I didn't earn any money for a year, struggled and had to work my ass off, it opened up a whole lot of doors that would have otherwise been closed to me. It didn't feel like it at the time (waiting for the bus into Bangor in the middle of winter in the lashing rain can bring about thoughts of dropping out!), but it was the most beneficial thing I've ever done, work-wise.

 

I work as a project arboriculturist mainly for big engineering firms on ongoing infrastructure (pipelines, roads, schools, hospitals) and town regeneration projects. I also do some safety and general tree health work. And I'm still based in Bangor...

 

Having a higher-level qualification has allowed to to get onto lots more tender lists and enter partnership frameworks with other professionals that I would have struggled to get my foot in the door with otherwise.

 

What I'd say is that at MSc level you really need to be in charge of your learning and lead your outcomes- if you find you're getting interested in something and you want to learn more about it, let your tutors know and they should indulge you.

 

Best of luck with it.

Edited by ScottF
Link to comment
Share on other sites

Create an account or sign in to comment

You need to be a member in order to leave a comment

Create an account

Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!

Register a new account

Sign in

Already have an account? Sign in here.

Sign In Now
 Share


  •  

  • Featured Adverts

About

Arbtalk.co.uk is a hub for the arboriculture industry in the UK.  
If you're just starting out and you need business, equipment, tech or training support you're in the right place.  If you've done it, made it, got a van load of oily t-shirts and have decided to give something back by sharing your knowledge or wisdom,  then you're welcome too.
If you would like to contribute to making this industry more effective and safe then welcome.
Just like a living tree, it'll always be a work in progress.
Please have a look around, sign up, share and contribute the best you have.

See you inside.

The Arbtalk Team

Follow us

×
×
  • Create New...

Important Information

We have placed cookies on your device to help make this website better. You can adjust your cookie settings, otherwise we'll assume you're okay to continue.