Course Overview

Immerse yourself in the theory and practical application of zoology, for a fulfilling career conserving the biodiversity of our planet and protecting animal species across the globe.

Top up your existing qualification to a full BSc degree, ready to launch your career in the conservation and zoology sector.

You’ll apply existing knowledge to explore how human activity affects animal populations, how zoos contribute to conservation, how animals learn, and much more. See the impact of conservation first-hand on a residential field course with a UK zoo.

Learn from experienced animal scientists, conservationists, and industry practitioners to develop industry-standard skills and understand how zoology applies in the real world.

As part of your top-up, you’ll undertake an independent research project. You can use our animal facilities or work with an industry partner, such as a zoo, conservation charity, or welfare organization.

Our fantastic on-site facilities include a range of laboratories, a 70-species Animal Collection, and commercial animal therapy centers to develop your experience. Our 360-hectare estate is ideal for learning a range of survey techniques and for studying British wildlife.

General Eligibility

A pass at Foundation Degree or HND in animal science or management-related subject or a recognized diploma from Fleming College, Canada.

Direct entry into Level 6 can be subject to interview and approval of prior content covered in evolution, ecology, and general conservation biology principles.

We may interview mature applicants and those with non-traditional qualifications to ensure this is the right course for you.

We welcome students with equivalent qualifications. Please contact us to discuss this.

Part Time Work Details

The 20 hours are the total hours. It is not per job. If you hold multiple part-time jobs then the total hours of all the work you are doing are added together.

Language Requirement

• IELTS score 6.0

  TOEFL score 60-78

  Cambridge Advanced English score 170-175

  Pearson PTE 50-57

  LanguageCert 33-37