Overview
Why choose this course?
Accredited by the Royal Society of Biology, this course provides passionate students with vital skills for conservation professional roles, crafted and honed through visits and integral field-based work.
Behavioural observation, species survey and habitat assessment proficiencies are developed, with opportunities for you to study wildlife from your immediate environment through to large, charismatic mammals, even allowing you to work with these exotic species first-hand through zoos, aquaria, wildlife parks and international field courses.
This examination of wildlife species and their conservation on local and international levels carried out in considered practical ways is unmatched in most other subject areas, dramatically aiding your employability worldwide and giving you a wealth of unforgettable experiences.
What's unique about this course?
- Professionally Accredited: This course is accredited by The Royal Society of Biology, meaning that the course and its content meet industry and professional standards.
- Expert Staff: Dr Christopher Young, who serves as the course leader, brings with him extensive experience in teaching at the higher education level. Additionally, he has accumulated many years of practical experience in the field of ecology through his work with organizations like MAFF, ADAS, and the Wildlife Trusts partnership.
- State-of-the-Art Facilities: As part of your learning, you will have access to three cutting-edge laboratories in our Rosalind Franklin Building, that offer the latest in technology, teaching and equipment.
- Field Trips: This course provides students with the opportunity to observe animals and wildlife in their natural habitats by participating in off-site placements locally and nationally.
What happens on the course?
Fundamental elements of animal behaviour and conservation will be taught alongside key aspects of ecology, biogeography, physiology, ethology, evolution and diversity, granting a basis of knowledge for you to explore further and practice in the field. To this end, you will also be educated on necessary techniques and skills for effective fieldwork, developing your applied and descriptive skills simultaneously.
Similarly, the equal emphasis placed on behaviour and conservation in this curriculum will allow you to investigate the interplay between these two aspects, a factor which will later enable you to examine core processes of these subjects under a critical, evaluative lens.
As the Animal Behaviour and Wildlife Conservation (Hons) course from University of Wolverhampton progresses, you will study theories behind how animals interact with each other and their environments in more detail. Aspects of conservation biology such as landscape ecology, conservation genetics and the role of captive populations will also be examined. We are keen that your research skills continue to develop alongside experience of planning and undertaking data collection in field work.
The focus on study outside the classroom will also be maintained throughout the course, offering increasing opportunities for application of your detailed research in practical wildlife conservation. Whether pursing a sandwich year placement to gain experience in an organisational context or taking part in international field courses, you will be able to put your theory into practice. A range of theoretical settings for wildlife conservation will be explored, from reserve design and landscape-scale conservation initiatives to management of captive populations. Your work will culminate in your final year through a written research project.
Accreditation
Recognised by the Royal Society of Biology for the purpose of associate membership.
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Courses include:
- Animal Behaviour
- Animals: inside and out
- Diversity of Life
- Ecology
- Wildlife Conservation
- Wildlife Practical and Fieldwork Techniques
- Animal Behaviour and Captivity
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Duration
- Full-time
- 36 months
- Part-time
- 72 months
- Flexible
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Biology Biodiversity & Conservation Animal Science View 542 other Bachelors in Biology in United KingdomExplore more key information
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Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
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Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:
- Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
- Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
- Liability
- Home contents and baggage
- Accidents
- Legal aid
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Other requirements
General requirements
- 96 UCAS points
- A Levels - grades CCC / BCD to include a science subject preferably Biology.
- BTEC L3 Extended Diploma or OCR Cambridge L3 Technical Extended Diploma - grades MMM (in Animal Management/Applied Science)
- Access to HE Diploma: 45 L3 credits at Merit
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14950 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 14950 GBP per year during 36 months. -
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9250 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 9250 GBP per year during 36 months.
Home: Part-time: £4625 per year
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