Animal Science (Zoo and Wildlife Conservation) - BSc (Hons), CertHE

Program Overview

This university-level program focuses on the science and practical aspects of animal and zoo management. The curriculum prepares students for careers as zoo keepers, nutritionists, educators, wildlife officers, and veterinarians. Through hands-on experience, field trips, and expert instruction, students gain knowledge in animal welfare, nutrition, healthcare, and conservation.

Program Outline

Careers:

• Graduate zoo keeper
• Zoo nutrition
• Zoo and wildlife education
• Animal nutritionist and pet food manufacturing
• Nutrition company sales rep
• Veterinary pharmaceutical and equipment supplies
• Animal welfare officer
• Companion or zoo animal keeper (eg RSPCA, SSPCA, rescue centres, zoos and safari parks)
• Progression to vet school
• Quarantine officer
• Animal health inspector, eg DEFRA
• Independent wildlife agencies (eg RSPB, Scottish Natural Heritage, Natural England)

Other:

• Students will study on a 150-hectare campus with specialist animal centers and a working farm.
• Students will develop practical competence with a range of species.
• Students will go on 'behind the scenes' trips and privileged experiences throughout their course.
• Students will learn from high-profile subject specialist staff.
• Students will have access to extensive library and IT resources.
• Students will have access to support with study skills, careers advice, health and wellbeing, and more.

UK students starting 2024/25 (full-time, per year)

£9,250

International students starting 2024/25 (full-time, per year)

£15,900