Course Summary

**The FdSc in Zoo Management is aimed at students wishing to take a vocational programme to provide them with the skills to work in the zoo industry.** The programme is aimed to equip students with a range of skills needed by the industry such as aquatic species management, native species management, project management, horticultural practices as well as direct practical animal management skills on a wide range of species. The range of modules ensures that students are able to apply for a range of job roles after completion. This includes private collections, zoos, wildlife parks, education establishments and charities. **What you should know about this course** - The programme is primarily delivered at Hadlow College, in a multi-million pound, state-of-the-art Animal Management Centre - Membership and use of Zoo Information Management System (ZIMS) - Four consecutive Grade 1 outstanding OFSTED Inspections

Course Details - Modules

All degree courses are made up of modules – individual units of study on different topics. Some modules are compulsory; others can be chosen from a list of options. Our website has full details of your degree structures, module content, and how each module is assessed. The direct link to this course on our website, can be found at the bottom of this page.

Course Details – Assessment Method

On this course, on average*, students are assessed by: Coursework- 78% Exams- 22% Students are assessed through a combination of course work, exams and practical assessment where relevant. Each course has formal assessments which count towards your grade. Some courses may also include 'practice' assignments, which help you monitor progress and do not count towards your final grade

Course Details – Professional Bodies

Professional Bodies are not listed for this Course.

How to Apply

26 January This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application Codes

Course code: C300

Institution code: G70

Campus Name: University Centre Hadlow

Campus code:

Points of Entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

Year 1

Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)

Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry are not listed for this Course.

International applicants

Standard Qualification Requirements

The 64 UCAS points can be made up from A levels, preferably one in a Science based subject, or Level 3 vocational qualification for which students will have achieved the minimum of a pass.


Evidence of work placements conducted in the animal industry is preferable.

Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course

Minimum Qualification Requirements

Minimum Further Information are not listed for this Course.

English language requirements

Test Grade AdditionalDetails
English Language Entry Requirement Information are not listed for this Course.

Unistats information

Student satisfaction : 0%

Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs): 0%

Go onto work and study: 0%

Fees and funding

EU 6165.0 Year 1
England 6165.0 Year 1
Northern Ireland 6165.0 Year 1
Scotland 6165.0 Year 1
Wales 6165.0 Year 1
Channel Islands 6165.0 Year 1

Additional Fee Information

These fees were set for the 2021/22 intake. Therefore, this may change for the 2022/23 academic year.

Provider information

Old Royal Naval College
Park Row
Address3 are not listed for this Course.
Greenwich
SE10 9LS

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