Embark on an exciting journey into the world of animal behaviour and wildlife conservation at University Centre Bishop Burton! This BSc programme offers a unique blend of theoretical knowledge and hands-on experience, designed to inspire and equip the next generation of conservation leaders. Dive deep into the fascinating realm of animal behaviour and adaptation, and discover how behavioural knowledge is essential for effective species conservation.
On this programme, you will develop fieldwork skills through immersive ecological study on our beautiful rural campus and surr...
Embark on an exciting journey into the world of animal behaviour and wildlife conservation at University Centre Bishop Burton! This BSc programme offers a unique blend of theoretical knowledge and hands-on experience, designed to inspire and equip the next generation of conservation leaders. Dive deep into the fascinating realm of animal behaviour and adaptation, and discover how behavioural knowledge is essential for effective species conservation.<br/><br/>On this programme, you will develop fieldwork skills through immersive ecological study on our beautiful rural campus and surrounding area. You will also learn practical animal husbandry at our on-site animal management centre, strengthening your understanding of animal behaviour and welfare needs in captivity. Our hands-on and collaborative learning approach ensures youre not just studying animal behaviour and conservation, but actively practicing the skills needed to be successful in this sector.<br/><br/>Key features of the programme include:<br/>- Practical skills development in wildlife management and captive animal care<br/><br/><br/>- International field trip opportunities to study diverse ecosystems<br/><br/><br/>- Research opportunities using state-of-the-art animal management and lab facilities<br/><br/><br/>Join our passionate community of aspiring conservationists and turn your love for animals into a meaningful career. At Bishop Burton, youll gain the knowledge, skills, and experience needed to make a real difference in conservation, with career routes in captive animal management, wildlife rescue and rehabilitation, ecological consultancy, international conservation biology, and many more. <br/><br/>Are you ready to transform your passion into purpose? Apply now and take the first step towards achieving a successful and impactful career in animal behaviour and wildlife conservation!<br/><br/>**Contact time**<br/>The full-time route incorporates approximately 9-13 hours of contact time per week, encompassing lectures, seminars, practicals and tutorials. Additional to this time will be final project support sessions in your final year that you can book with your supervisor. You are also expected to carry out a significant amount of independent study in addition to contact time (approximately 25-30 hours a week). Independent study includes reading around the subject, preparing for tutorials and seminars, and preparing for and completing module assessments. This independent study forms an essential part of your learning journey.<br/><br/>You can expect to receive your timetable during induction week.
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
15/09/2025
Campus
Bishop Burton
29 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
ABWC
Institution Code
B37
Points of Entry
Year 1
96
A relevant BTEC Level 3 and significant industry experience. Or UCAS points may be from qualifications such as T Levels, A Levels, BTEC Level 3 Extended Diplomas, Access to Higher Education Diplomas, and City and Guilds Advanced Technical Diplomas amongst others. Please use the UCAS Tariff points calculator to determine the UCAS points value of your qualifications.
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Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
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EU, England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales | £8,950 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |
International | £12,782 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |