Objectives* To provide a comprehensive grounding in animal conservation and biodiversity * To analyse strategies for conserving habitats across the world * To apply principles of conservation, animal ecology and wildlife management
Entry requirementsEntry requirements Standard university entry requirements apply 160 UCAS points from: 2 A-levels at grade C; or a National Diploma at PMM; or equivalent qualifications in appropriate subjects, supported by GCSEs Life expereiences are taken into account when considering applications. Applications from mature students are also welcome Equivalent qualifications and/or work experience for mature candidates will be considered
Academic titleAnimal Conservation and Biodiversity, BSc Hons
Course descriptionThis programme concentrates on understanding the theoretical and practical aspects of animal conservation and biodiversity in both the UK and abroad in order to prepare for a wide variety of career opportunities in the animal conservation and ecological industries.
The programme examines in detail practical conservation management, with final year students completing a dissertation related to a conservation and biodiversity theme of their own choice.
Year 1
* Animal Science
* Experimental Design and Analysis
* Principles and Practices of Animal Husbandry
* Principles of Management
* Principles of Conservation
Year 2
* Practical Conservation Management and Technology
* Breeding Management and Genetics
* Comparative Anatomy, Adaptation and Evolution
* Global Biodiversity and Conservation Issues
* Exotic Collection Management
* Principles of Animal Welfare
* Animal Health
* Wildlife Reserve and Rehabilitation
Year 3
* Advanced Monitoring and Habitat Assessment
* Behavioural Ecology
* Animal/Human Conflict Resolution
* Current Issues
* Conservation and Tourism
* Final Year Project
Specialist equipment / facilities
Over 120 species, paddocks with grazing animals and specialist rooms for aquatics, reptiles, invertebrates and small mammals. In addition, exotic bird aviaries, a veterinary examination room and a new arctic fox enclosure
Assessment
Written assignments, projects, presentations and exams
Career options
Management and technical positions in the industry, both UK and abroad. Progression to related MSc or PhD programmes