Wildlife and Conservation FD
Course Overview - Wildlife and Conservation FD
Animals, the environment and people are interconnected. Yet animals and the environments they live in cannot speak for themselves. We need to be a voice for animals and the environment to enable our world to thrive. With more legislation being implemented to support wildlife conservation, and with sustainability roles being introduced into almost every sector, we need more people with the skills to support this important work. Embarking on Foundation Degree Wildlife and Conservation is your opportunity to gain core knowledge in this, so you can make a positive impact on the world.
Animals, the environment and people are interconnected. Yet animals and the environments they live in cannot speak for themselves. We need to be a voice for animals and the environment to enable our world to thrive. With more legislation being implemented to support wildlife conservation, and with sustainability roles being introduced into almost every sector, we need more people with the skills to support this important work. Embarking on Foundation Degree Wildlife and Conservation is your opportunity to gain core knowledge in this, so you can make a positive impact on the world.<br/><br/>This course is taught at Merrist Wood College and University Centre, a 400-acre estate with ancient woodland, wetlands, livestock, threatened species, a farm, an equine centre, and our state-of-the-art Animal Management Centre – which has an animal activities licence to support students’ training. This is your live classroom for real-world learning, and we take every opportunity we can to help you put your knowledge into practice. Our lecturers have also worked and volunteered extensively in the animal industry, and their knowledge will elevate your learning experience. With guest lectures, work placement opportunities and the possibility to travel internationally too, this course will set you up for the future.
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
2 Years
Start Date
14/09/2026
Campus
Merrist Wood College
Application Details
14 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
D4D4
Institution Code
O25
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
64
Normally, the entry requirement would be 64 UCAS points, comprised of either: Relevant A-levels (with at least 1 science subject, such as biology) or; T-Level in a relevant subject area (such as ‘Animal Care & Management’ or ‘Animal Science’) or; BTEC Level 3 Diploma in ‘Animal Management’, or; Access to HE Diploma in a relevant subject (such as ‘Animal Management’ or ‘Animal Science’) at Pass level
GCSE/National 4/National 5
Applicants should have a GCSE grade C/4 or above in Mathematics and English Language (or a recognised equivalent vocationally related qualification). It is advantageous to have a science GCSE (such as biology or psychology)
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands | £8,240 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |






































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