BSc (Hons) Wildlife Ecology and Conservation Science
Course overview
| Qualification | Bachelor's Degree |
| Study mode | Full-time |
| Duration | 3 years |
| Intakes | September |
| Tuition (Local students) | Data not available |
| Tuition (Foreign students) | Data not available |
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Entry Requirements
- GCSE: For all applicants, Grade C or above, or Grade 4 under newly reformed GCSE grading, in English Language, Mathematics and Double Science, or equivalent. Please note the University does not accept Level 2 Key Skills, Functional Skills or Certificates in Adult Numeracy and Literacy as suitable alternatives to GCSEs.
- A-level subjects: Grade C or above in a Science subject (Biology preferred). Points from A-Level General Studies and AS-Level subjects (not taken onto full A-Level) can be included towards overall tariff. You must have a minimum of two A-Levels.
- Relevant subjects: Subjects that meet the science requirement for this course: Applied Science, Biology, Human Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science/Studies, Geography, Geology, Maths. Use of Maths, Physics, Psychology, Science in the Environment, Statistics. For further information and advice please contact Admissions.
- EDEXCEL (BTEC) Diploma: To include six units in a science subject (Biology preferred). BTEC Animal Management (or similar) is acceptable where at least 6 units in Biological Sciences have been completed.
- Access: Achievement of the Access to HE Diploma; to include 15 level 3 credits at merit in a Science subject (Biology preferred) and 15 level 3 credits at merit in another subject.
- Baccalaureate IB: A minimum grade of 5 in higher level science subject (Biology preferred).
Curriculum
Foundation year (Year zero)
- Biology in Practice
- Chemistry in Practice
- Skills for Science
- People and Science
Year one
These subjects focus on studying the living world, the physical world, how the Earth works as a system and the relationship between society and wildlife. They are underpinned by research methods, field surveys, data analysis and interpretation, which are essential to the scientific study of wildlife.
- Life on Earth
- The Earth
- Field Skills (includes residential field trip)
- Wildlife and Society
The residential field course allows you to investigate a range of natural and semi-natural habitats, as well as introducing you to some of the practical skills required to study wildlife and conservation science in the field.
Year two
The ecological theory explored in the first year is now applied to real-world problems. You will study the following compulsory modules:
- Environmental and Field Techniques (includes international field trip)
- Conservation in Practice
- Wildlife Ecology
- Ecology and Ecosystem Protection
Final Year
- Research Project
- Contemporary Conservation Science
Plus four of the following optional modules:
- Forests and Agricultural Systems
- Marine Ecosystems
- Professional Practice in Applied Sciences
- Primate Ecology and Conservation
- Remote Sensing and Geographical Information Systems (GIS)
- Tropical Expedition
- Wildlife, Film and Media