**WHY CHOOSE THIS DEGREE?**
- Bene fit from working with expert lecturers and a diverse and exciting collection of animals in our BIAZA-member centre
- Extensive industry contacts and development of employability skills
- A focus on zoo culture, promotion of natural environments and behaviours to support conservation and meet the growing awareness of the needs of exotic species collections, taught by industry experts
**WHAT WILL I LEARN?**
You will develop research techniques in aspects of zoo animal welfare, behaviour and population management and consider the wider roles of the modern zoo in conservation and education.
Students undertake a work placement in each year of the programme and will attend a residential study programme at one of the UK's leading research-based zoo collections
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You will have the opportunity to develop your academic research through the year 2 module on Applied Industrial Research, choosing an area relevant to a specific sector of interest.
**HOW WILL I BE ASSESSED?**
Much of the assessment is coursework based, i.e. essays, reports, practical portfolios and seminar presentations. Practical activities, in-class assessments and a limited number of exams also play a part.
**WHERE CAN I GO FROM HERE?**
This programme will provide progression to the BSc (Hons) Zoo Biology (top-up), from which students have potential to progress onto the MSc Applied Zoo Biology. Sparsholt graduates now work in a variety of roles in the zoo and conservation sectors including keeper, nutritionist, veterinary nursing, education, media and marketing.
Course Details - Modules
Year 1 (Level 4) will provide the foundation in animal science and academic skills required for subsequent years, contextualised to the Zoo Industry. Specialist units in Exotic Animal Management and Zoo History and Culture will underpin the role of zoos in modern society:
• Academic Skills
• Anatomy and Physiology
• Industry Skills
• Principles of Biology
• Work Practice 1
• Exotic Animal Management
• Zoo History and Culture
Year 2 (Level 5) will apply the knowledge gained in year one to develop the skills and knowledge required for employment in the zoo industry. Research, data collection and industry engagement will be fundamental. Core units include:
• Animal Health
• Applied Industrial Research
• Population Biology
• Work Practice 2
• Zoo Industry Ethics and Legislation
• Zoo Animal Nutrition
• Exotic Animal Behaviour, Welfare and Husbandry
Course Details – Assessment Method
Much of the assessment is coursework based, i.e. essays, reports, practical portfolios and seminar presentations. Practical activities, in-class assessments and a limited number of exams also play a part.
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:
CD34
Institution code:
S34
Campus Name:
Main Site
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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
Two 'A' level passes, including one at grade C or above in a life science.
A satisfactory pass in a relevant Access course with 45 credits at Level 3 with Science units at Merit.
Appropriate IB certificates will be considered
We also accept the following City & Guilds Diploma:
• C&G Advanced Technical Extended Diploma (1080) - MMP;
• C&G Advanced Technical Diploma (720) - MM
• C&G Extended Diploma - Pass with 6 units at Merit
Plus GCSE Maths and English at grade C/4 or above, or Level 2 Functional Skills in Maths and English.
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Minimum Qualification Requirements
Minimum Further Information are not listed for this Course.
English language requirements
Test
Grade
AdditionalDetails
IELTS (Academic)
6.0
6.0 overall, with a minimum 5.5 in any band
PTE Academic
61.0
Cambridge English Advanced
Score 169-175 (FCE grade B; CAE level B2)
We will also accept the following qualifications from EU students: GCSE English Language at grade C/4 or above; IGCSE English (as a first or second language) at grade C/4 or above; AS or A level English Language or English Literature; International Baccalaureate (English A or B syllabus or English Literature Standard or Higher level) grade 4.
