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Zoo Biology BSc (Hons)
Course Overview - Zoo Biology BSc (Hons)
This course represents a unique opportunity for you to study a wider range of species than those covered in traditional Zoology degrees. Your learning will focus on the biology of exotic species, namely non-domestic and non-UK wildlife, and how to apply this to all aspects of the management and conservation of captive populations.
The course includes field trips to UK zoos and wildlife parks, with an additional final year residential field course. Previous locations have included Scotland and South Africa.
Core scientific study is supported by our specialist Animal...
This course represents a unique opportunity for you to study a wider range of species than those covered in traditional Zoology degrees. Your learning will focus on the biology of exotic species, namely non-domestic and non-UK wildlife, and how to apply this to all aspects of the management and conservation of captive populations.<br/><br/>The course includes field trips to UK zoos and wildlife parks, with an additional final year residential field course. Previous locations have included Scotland and South Africa.<br/><br/>Core scientific study is supported by our specialist Animal Unit. This purpose-built centre houses approximately 250 animals of 70 species, including various exotic species.<br/><br/>NTU is a member of the European Association of Zoos and Aquaria (EAZA) and the British and Irish Association of Zoos and Aquariums (BIAZA). We are also a teaching provider for zoo animal record keeping via the Zoological Information Management System (ZIMS).
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Study Mode
Sandwich
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
15/09/2025
Campus
Brackenhurst Campus
Course Address
Nottingham Trent University
Brackenhurst Lane
Southwell
NG25 0QF
Application Details
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Codes/info
Course Code
C303
Institution Code
N91
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
104
112
104 - 112 UCAS Tariff points from up to four qualifications (two of which must be A-level equivalent including Biology grade C or equivalent)
Access to HE Diploma
Pass your Access course with 60 credits overall with a minimum of 45 credits at level 3 including relevant Biology modules
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
104 - 112 UCAS Tariff points from your BTEC Level 3 National Diploma and up to two other qualifications including A-Level Biology grade C or equivalent
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
104 - 112 UCAS Tariff points from your BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate and up to three other qualifications (one of which must be A-Level equivalent including Biology grade C or equivalent).
A level
104 - 112 UCAS Tariff points from up to four qualifications (two of which must be A-level equivalent including Biology grade C)
T Level
We will consider T Levels for entry to this course, either as stand-alone qualifications or in conjunction with other Level 3 qualifications, in accordance with the specified course tariff points.
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