Animal Management (Zoo and Wildlife Conservation) BSc
Course Overview - Animal Management (Zoo and Wildlife Conservation) BSc
Turn your passion for zoo animals and wildlife conservation into a career protecting our animals and their ecosystems.
If you’re passionate about protecting wildlife and working with exotic species, our BSc (Hons) Animal Management (Zoo and Wildlife Conservation) degree prepares you for a rewarding career in zoos, conservation and animal welfare. By combining hands-on experience with animals and academic study in health, nutrition, behaviour and sustainability, you’ll gain the practical skills and industry insight through field trips and expert-led learning, equipping you to mak...
Turn your passion for zoo animals and wildlife conservation into a career protecting our animals and their ecosystems.<br/>If you’re passionate about protecting wildlife and working with exotic species, our BSc (Hons) Animal Management (Zoo and Wildlife Conservation) degree prepares you for a rewarding career in zoos, conservation and animal welfare. By combining hands-on experience with animals and academic study in health, nutrition, behaviour and sustainability, you’ll gain the practical skills and industry insight through field trips and expert-led learning, equipping you to make a real impact in the animal industry.<br/><br/><strong>Why ARU?</strong><br/>• Develop expertise in surveying a wide variety of zoo and wildlife species<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Meet industry experts and build valuable professional connections through guest lectures and field trips<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Access strong links with leading zoos, wildlife trusts and conservation<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Combine practical skills with academic knowledge to make a real impact in animal welfare and conservation<br/><br/><br/><br/>You’ll begin by exploring the fundamentals of animal management, covering biology, ethics and essential practical and professional skills.<br/>In years two and three, you’ll build on your knowledge of these core topics by focusing on behaviour, breeding and animal health in relation to zoo animals and wildlife. Finally, you’ll complete an independent research project on a topic of your choice. It’s a great opportunity to dive deeper into an area that interests you in more depth while demonstrating everything you’ve learned.
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
14/09/2026
Campus
Writtle Campus
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Course Code
D305
Institution Code
A60
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
112
96
We accept A Levels, T Levels, BTECs, OCR, Access to HE and most other qualifications within the UCAS Tariff.
Scottish Higher
Access to HE Diploma
Pass the Access to HE Diploma with 60 credits overall; 45 credits at level 3 and subject to meeting the overall tariff score for the course.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
MMM
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
96 UCAS tariff points, to include 3 x B1 or H2 higher
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,790 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |
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