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    University of the West of England (UWE Bristol)

    FdSc Integrated Wildlife Conservation

    University of the West of England (UWE Bristol)

    University of the West of England (UWE Bristol)

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    United Kingdom, Bristol

    University RankQS Ranking
    744

    Key Facts

    Program Level

    Foundation

    Study Type

    Full Time

    Delivery

    On Campus

    Course Code

    F750

    Campuses

    Bristol Zoo Project

    Program Language

    English

    Start & Deadlines

    Next Intake DeadlinesJanuary-2026
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    Duration 2 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    GBP 17,000  / year
    Next Intake January-2026

    FdSc Integrated Wildlife Conservation

    About

    Introduction

    We're the only university to offer a FdSc Integrated Wildlife Conservation foundation degree in partnership with a working zoo, learning from conservation scientists with real-world experience.

    Accreditations and partnerships:

    Why study integrated wildlife conservation?

    By taking a biological approach to studying wildlife conservation, we can get a deeper understanding of our relationship with wildlife and the impact of our actions on it.

    Studying conservation at this level gives you a springboard into further study, and a variety of interesting conservation careers.

    Why UWE Bristol?

    FdSc Integrated Wildlife Conservation is particularly relevant if you're attracted to a career in conservation and want to gain the practical experience so valued by employers alongside the theory.

    You'll attain a recognised qualification in wildlife conservation after two years and can take your study to degree level by doing the one-year BSc(Hons) Integrated Wildlife Conservation top-up at UWE Bristol.

    Gain the practical skills and knowledge to work in wildlife conservation and play a positive role in helping to solve conservation challenges.

    You'll be well placed in Bristol, which is home to the BBC's world-renowned Natural History Unit, and a recognised hub for environmental organisations and projects.

    You'll gain invaluable learning experience with Bristol Zoo and where possible, participate in diverse conservation projects and fieldwork both in the UK and overseas.

    This course is run by highly experienced conservation experts at Bristol Zoological Society and UWE Bristol, who are leading national and international conservation projects. They'll bring their experiences working on innovative projects into the classroom, and this will enhance your employment opportunities by bringing you closer to the project leads.

    Bristol Zoological Society is set to expand as they continue moving to their new Bristol Zoo Project location over the coming years. They have exciting plans to establish a Conservation Learning Centre, which will be a purpose-built hub for their higher education provision. This puts UWE Bristol in the unique position as co-creators of this state-of-the-art facility, providing exciting new opportunities for you as a wildlife conservation student.

    It's an exciting time to join this course, as you'll study at the Conservation Education Centre at Bristol Zoo Gardens where Bristol Zoological Society's world-renowned Field Conservation and Science Department is based, as well as at the Bristol Zoo Project for the first time.

    Discover more about Bristol Zoological Society's future plans.

    Where can it take me?

    This course is excellent preparation for local, national and international careers in conservation.

    Around 90 percent of our graduates continue to do their full BSc(Hons) degree in Integrated Wildlife Conservation. This allows you to study a range of contemporary topics in depth, including Primate Conservation, Wildlife Film and Media, and Science Communication, while developing your research skills through your research project.

    We encourage you to apply for volunteering roles in the holidays, to add extra weight to your CV.

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    We are pleased to confirm that our New students webpages are now available for students starting this course in September 2025. Here you can find links to useful information about registering, course start dates, arriving on campus what to expect before and when you arrive.

    We automatically send a message via your Welcome website plus an email to notify you once your Preparing to Study information is available. It is important that you regularly check your Welcome website for new messages.

    • Tariff points: 64
    • Contextual tariff: See our contextual offers page.
    • GCSE: Grade C/4 or above in English, Mathematics and Double Science, or equivalent.
    • English Language Requirement:

      International and EU applicants are required to have a minimum overall IELTS (Academic) score of 6.0 with 5.5 in each component (or approved equivalent*).

      *The university accepts a large number of UK and International Qualifications in place of IELTS. You can find details of acceptable tests and the required grades you will need in our English Language section. Please visit our English language requirements page.

    • A-level subjects: A minimum of an AS in a Science subject.
    • Relevant subjects: Subjects that meet the Science requirement for this course: Applied Science, Biology, Human Biology, Chemistry, Design Technology, Environmental Science/Studies, Geography, Geology, Maths, Use of Maths, Physical Education, Physics, Psychology, Science in the Environment, Statistics.
    • EDEXCEL (BTEC) Diploma: You will need a minimum of three units in a Science subject. You may be asked to do more based on the size of your units. Please list the units you are studying in your application. For further advice on acceptable units, please email admissions (contact details below).

      For information on required Guided Learning Hours please see our minimum entry requirements page.

    • Access: Level 3 credits in Science.
    • Baccalaureate IB: To include Science at Higher Level.
    • Irish Highers: A minimum of O4 in a Science subject.
    • Welsh Baccalaureate: We accept tariff points achieved from the Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales in conjunction with other Level 3 qualifications. This qualification cannot be used to satisfy any subject specific entry requirements.
    • Cambridge Technical: You will need a minimum of three units in a Science subject. You may be asked to do more based on the size of your units. Please list the units you are studying in your application. For further advice on acceptable units, please email admissions (contact details below).

      For information on required Guided Learning Hours please see our minimum entry requirements page.

    • T Levels: Science or Healthcare Science. If you partially achieve your T Level, you can meet our subject requirements if you have at least a C in your Core Section. For further advice on acceptable subjects please email admissions (contact details below).

    We are pleased to confirm that our New students webpages are now available for students starting this course in September 2025. Here you can find links to useful information about registering, course start dates, arriving on campus what to expect before and when you arrive.

    We automatically send a message via your Welcome website plus an email to notify you once your Preparing to Study information is available. It is important that you regularly check your Welcome website for new messages.

    English Program Requirements

    English Language Requirement:

    International and EU applicants are required to have a minimum overall IELTS (Academic) score of 6.0 with 5.5 in each component (or approved equivalent*).

    *The university accepts a large number of UK and International Qualifications in place of IELTS. You can find details of acceptable tests and the required grades you will need in our English Language section. Please visit our English language requirements page.

    Career

    Careers

    Careers / Further study

    FdSc Integrated Wildlife Conservation is excellent preparation for local, national and international careers in conservation.

    If you want to progress to a full degree, you can go straight into level three of BSc(Hons) Integrated Wildlife Conservation after getting this qualification.

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee

    GBP 17,000 

    Application Fee

    GBP  
    University of the West of England (UWE Bristol)

    FdSc Integrated Wildlife Conservation

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