Course at a glance
The BSc (Hons) Animal Conservation Top-Up degree programme has been designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills to enter careers related to the conservation of habitats and animals in-situ. Areas relating to recent advances, the sustainability of the industry and environmental change are incorporated.
What you will learn
Students will study a range of wildlife modules, developing survey and management skills, understanding how conservation projects and organisations are managed. An emphasis on conservation projects and how animal conservation organisations are funded together with a critical review of the conservation of species.
Making use of the 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, you have access to a fully working collection and during your study and the opportunity to take part in the conservation projects the wildlife park has underway supporting your research modules. In addition to the wildlife park on site, the York campus is located in an ideal spot for access to a range of Wildlife Trust, RSPB and local nature reserves to support you in your application of the skills developed on this degree.