30Nov
UndergraduateCourse summary
A 'top up' route to a BSc honours degree for those who already hold a Foundation Degree, HND or equivalent qualification. The BSc (Hons) Zoo Management (top-up) programme aims to equip you with essential knowledge and skills to help you enter the zoological collections industry. You will focus on recent advances in the husbandry of captive animals; including economic factors affecting the sustainability of the zoo industry. You will consider key aspects of effective collections management, including population management, zoo visitors' experiences, conservation education and the importance of sustaining a business. You will also explore the complexities of how species and habitats are conserved, and the role zoo collections play in modern day conservation principles. Making use of the extensive on-campus facilities, University Centre Askham Bryan has access to its own licensed and BIAZA accredited wildlife park, ‘Askham Bryan Wildlife and Conservation Park’. With this resource on site, students have access to a real-world animal collection, and opportunities to get involved with the park during your studies.
Modules
Core Modules: Research Project Enclosure Design and Stock Management Zoo Management Elective Modules: Marine Conservation Reintroduction and Restoration Sustainable Conservation Education Sustainable Development in the Animal Industry
Assessment method
Assessments may include: coursework, time constrained assessments, presentations, Viva -Voce, continual assessments, practical assessments
How to apply
31Jan
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:
- D303
- Institution code:
- A70
- Campus name:
- Main Campus
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - Not accepted
BSc (Hons) Top Up* Merit or above in a Foundation Degree (FdSc) or an HND in an appropriate subject. Applicants who believe they may be eligible for Accreditation of Prior Certificated and/or Experiential Learning (APCL/APEL) will be considered on an individual basis. If you have any queries in relation to entry qualifications, then please contact the University Centre directly.
Additional entry requirements
Other
Entry Requirements BSc (Hons) Top Up* Merit or above in a Foundation Degree (FdSc) or an HND in an appropriate subject. BSc (Ord) Top Up* Pass or above in a Foundation Degree (FdSc) or an HND in an appropriate subject.
Student Outcomes
Operated by the Office for Students
There is no data available for this course. For further information visit the Discover Uni website.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £9000 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9000 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9000 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9000 | Year 1 |
| EU | £14000 | Year 1 |
| International | £14000 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
Please note that the fee status of each applicant will be assessed prior to any offer being made (Home Fee or Overseas/International Fee). Where required further information may be requested to ensure the correct fee status is allocated. For further information about on studying in the UK and fee status, please visit UKCISA.
Provider information
University Centre Askham Bryan
Askham Bryan
York
YO23 3FR