University Centre Reaseheath has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
Course summary
Do you dream of an exciting and rewarding career in the zoo industry? Gain the industry relevant experience and professional skills you need at UCR. This one-year course is an opportunity for zoo biologists and animal scientists to further specialise and hone their skills gained from Level 5 study (or equivalent), which includes specialist applied modules focused on species housed within zoological collections. Our teaching staff have many years of experience working in the diversity of roles which zoos can offer, and they bring this passion and knowledge to the classroom. A core component of the course is the completion of an undergraduate dissertation, enabling you to research an area of zoological study that interests you and to develop a wide range of transferable skills. Our on-campus zoo is home to over 1,000 animals and 125 species including ring-tailed lemurs, porcupines, raccoon dogs, otters, tapir, capybaras, owls, hawks, bearded dragons, kingsnakes, dart frogs and marine fish to name a few. Course Features
- Volunteer staff opportunities at our on-site zoo
- Exotic animal husbandry
- Zoo nutrition
- Conservation education
- ZIMS (Zoological Information Management Systems) software
- Opportunity to engage in overseas field courses to a range of localities in Africa and Europe
- Zookeeper
- Curator
- Conservation biologist
- Registrar
- Conservation education or outreach officer
- Animal consultancy
- Scientific research
- Progress to MSc or PhD study
Modules
• Dissertation† • Zoo Animal Enclosure Design • Behavioural Enrichment & Training • Conservation Education* • Anthrozoology* • Environmental Sustainability & Natural Resource Management* • Biology & Conservation of Mammals* • Biology & Conservation of Birds* • Biology & Conservation of Herpetofauna*
- Denotes optional modules
Assessment method
A wide variety of assessment methods are used in this programme. These are designed to develop a range of industry relevant skills and knowledge. The dissertation is assessed through a written proposal and scientific article which represents the research carried out by the student. Other assessments include a species management plan for the Biology and Conservation modules, an enclosure design portfolio, a microteach for Conservation Education, reports and case studies, seminars and an assessed workshop for Behavioural Enrichment.
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:
- D329
- Institution code:
- R14
- Campus name:
- University Centre Reaseheath
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
Applicants are required to gain 120 credits from a Level 5 qualification (HND, Foundation Degree, Diploma of Higher Education) in Zoo Management or a closely related discipline.
Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course
https://ucreaseheath.ac.uk/ucr-courses/bsc-hons-in-zoo-management-top-up/
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| EU | £13000 | 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 | £13000 | 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
Students may be offered the chance to engage in both domestic and overseas learning opportunities with which to enhance their classroom-based learning experience. These may include opportunities to study zoological collections in Europe, as well as undertaking conservation field courses in locations such as Africa and the UK.
The main emphasis placed on these field courses is the development of professional, industry relevant skills and the application of students’ knowledge in a novel, stimulating, yet challenging environment. Costs associated with the field courses range from £500 – £1000 (UK & Europe), and between £2,200 – £2,800 (Africa). Please note that precise pricing of all field courses is subject to change, pending availability and recruitment.
Students may also wish to purchase their own personal copies of recommended set-texts to assist them with their studies. A full list of recommended text’s is made available prior to enrolment. However, our campus library boasts sufficient stocks of all major texts to support student learning, frequently in e-book format, and the purchasing of texts is therefore not enforced.
**Equipment Costs**
* Boiler suit: £20-£30 OR UCR Polo shirt (£12)/UCR Sweatshirt (£16) + work trousers (£15-£20)
* Steel toe capped boots: from £30
* Lab coat: £13-£20
* USB drive: from £5
Prices of equipment are subject to change dependent on retailer.
Provider information
University Centre Reaseheath
Reaseheath
Nantwich
CW5 6DF