Course summary
This course was previously offered by Writtle University College prior to the merger with ARU in March 2024. This course will run on the ARU Writtle campus. This award is aimed at those individuals who hold a relevant level 5 award and who wish to develop a career in animal collections and wildlife management with a robust grounding in scientific principles relevant to the industry. Animals kept in a captive environment have complex needs and requirements and understanding of these growing needs is important to all who work within the industry. The research priorities, enclosure design, education, the ex situ conservation, ecosystem approach, biological diversity and adaptive management are some of the themes learners will be exposed to. This course aims to provide the student with an understanding of possible contributors to animal welfare; thus, enabling the individual to contribute positively to the zoo industry and wildlife conservation. The development of excellent communication skills will be a key graduate attribute for students who have undertaken this award. This one-year Top-Up option is equivalent to Year 3 of our BSc (Hons) Animal Science (Zoo and Wildlife Conservation), and will allow you to top-up your existing qualification to a full degree.
Modules
Year 1: Capstone Project, Applied Nutrition and Feeding, Genetics and Genomics, Applied Issues in Wildlife Conservation, Advanced Animal Health Science, Applied Behaviour and Animal Welfare, Developments in Zoo Management.
Assessment method
Students are assessed in a number of ways, including: - Practical assessments with companion and zoo animals, farm livestock and horses - Examinations – both multiple choice and essay questions - Presentations - Essays and technical reports - Assessed seminars - Case studies - Experimental work and laboratory reports - Poster presentations - Debates - Dissertation.
How to apply
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:
- DT08
- Institution code:
- A60
- Campus name:
- Writtle Campus
- Campus code:
- W
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
Admission is based on the consideration of both the academic and practical background of the applicant. The requirement is for a 240 credit academic qualification relevant to Animal Science and Livestock Production, recognised by the Qualifications Framework. This will include any Level 5 Diploma of Higher Education or Foundation Degree in Animal Studies/Management, or the equivalent study in international qualifications. The University College is fully committed and supportive of equal access and inclusion, and aims to avoid unfair discrimination on any grounds. The University College is committed to a policy of equality of opportunity and aims to provide a learning and social environment that is free from unfair discrimination. The University College believes that a student body that is diverse in terms of background and experience contributes to a stimulating learning environment. All applicants are considered for admission based on educational performance and/or professional experience that provides evidence of ability to meet the demands of the chosen course. The University College therefore welcomes applications from students with the potential to succeed at Writtle University College. Applicants are evaluated as individuals, taking into account both academic and vocational achievements, and their potential to achieve and to meet higher education outcomes.
Student Outcomes
There is no data available for this course. For further information visit the Discover Uni website.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
England | £9250 | Year 1 |
Northern Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
Scotland | £9250 | Year 1 |
Wales | £9250 | Year 1 |
Channel Islands | £9250 | Year 1 |
Republic of Ireland | £9250 | 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
Provider information
Anglia Ruskin University
East Road
Cambridge
CB1 1PT