The MSc programme Forest and Nature Conservation focuses on theories related to the ecology and biology of natural or semi-natural ecosystems and populations, and the social and political forces that lead to decisions in natural resource use and management. As a point of departure for the curriculum, we have the strong conviction that, in order to conserve, protect and manage natural resources and species populations, both a profound understanding of the ecological functioning of ecosystems and populations is required, as well as of the social, economic and political context in which these systems and populations exist. Forest and Nature Conservation, both as a scientific and professional activity is at the centre of the three core areas of the Wageningen UR domain: Natural Resources and Living Environment; Society and Well-being; Food, Feed and Biobased Production. Resource use and conservation affects people's livelihoods and the provision of food, biomass and other ecosystem services, and ultimately the quality of life. \nStudents study in an international academic and scientific setting, and acquire a broad understanding of the characteristics and functioning of ecosystems and/or social systems. \nThe programme prepares them to function as academics in a professional environment. With their knowledge and skills, they can develop nature conservation schemes, design sustainable management options for natural resource use, or play an effective role in policy development related to conservation or resource use. Students specialize in one of three subdomains: Ecology, Management, or Policy and Society. These specializations are thesis-oriented, preparing students for their role as academics in a professional environment or in a PhD programme. Within the Policy and Society specialization students can follow the Sustainable Development Diplomacy track. Within each individual curriculum, explicit attention is paid to the multidisciplinary nature inherent to the domain of Forest and Nature Conservation.