16Nov
UndergraduateUniversity Centre Myerscough has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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Course summary
The course is delivered at University Centre Myerscough and awarded by the University of Central Lancashire. The course provides students with an ideal opportunity to focus on the issues relating to animal conservation. This work is underpinned by current and emerging scientific research and the course will prepare students for a wide range of careers throughout the animal industry with a particular conservation focus. The year includes the carrying out of a comprehensive industry related research project. The focus in the other modules is on applied research techniques and behavioural ecology.
Modules
Research Project (double module); Behavioural Ecology; Applied Conservation Science; Innovations in Animal Research (double module).
How to apply
29Jan
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:
- ASC1
- Institution code:
- M99
- Campus name:
- Preston 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
A level - Not accepted
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - Not accepted
Access to HE Diploma - Not accepted
Scottish Higher - Not accepted
T Level - Not accepted
You will be required to have a Foundation Degree or HND in a related subject or 2 years (one at Level 4 and the other at Level 5) of Honours Degree completion, in a related discipline achieved at pass standard or above. Applicants with alternative equivalent qualifications will also be considered positively.
Additional entry requirements
Interview
You may be required to attend an interview and will be contacted directly if this is the case.
Other
Bridging modules may need to be completed if topping up from another provider. Contact the College for details.
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6 | Applicants for whom English is a second language must be able to demonstrate proof of International English Language Testing System at level 6.0 (with no component score lower than 5.5) or equivalent. |
Student Outcomes
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There is no data available for this course. For further information visit the Discover Uni website.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| EU | £9250 | Year 1 |
| England | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9250 | Year 1 |
| International | £14500 | 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
Additional costs for items that are essential for the course include: black warehouse coat - £15, laboratory coat - £12, waterproofs and boots - £50. Additional costs for opportunities and items that are optional for the course include: binoculars - £30; field study trip to Shamwari Game Reserve (South Africa) - £3,500
Provider information
University Centre Myerscough
St Michael's Road
Bilsborrow
Preston
PR3 0RY