Wildlife Conservation with Foundation Year

Foundation Year

The introductory foundation yearis designed to increase your knowledge and understandingof core biological processes and other aspects of environmental studies.

Following a carefully-designed suite of modules,you will develop communication andstudy skills, experience field and laboratory work andlearn to manage field data.

Once you successfullycomplete and passthe foundation year, you will progress on to our fullBSc (Hons) Wildlife Conservationhonours degree.

BSc (Hons) Degree

For a further three years of study - or four, if you choose anindustry placement, you will develop and advance your wildlife conservation knowledge and skills.

• In your first year you will study a range of topics across several modules covering both theory and practice across the biological and environmental sciences
• As you progress into year two, you will expand your subject knowledgeand takespecialist modules in wildlife behavioural ecology, conservation biology and monitoring environmental change
• In your final year, you willcarry out a research project based on a subject topicof your choice, as well as taking core and optional modules, including practical ecology and conservation, and environmental geographic information systems

Learning Experience

Fieldwork is a key element of the course, and we've aligned trips with the specialist modules so you can apply your knowledge and gain practical experience.

Small group teaching is another key course benefit,and we also look for opportunities toinclude live research projects in your studies.

Through a number of field trips to zoos, animal parks and wetlands, as well as the chance to travel to the Amazon Rainforest as part of your course, you will have the opportunity to apply your skills and gain real-world context for your studies and begin your journey in conservation in an unforgettable way.

Industry Placement

On this course, you will have the option to take an industryplacement year between years two and three. Although you will be responsible for securing your placement, our tutors will support you in finding a role, and monitor your progress throughout.

Industry placements are an excellent way to enhance your CV, gain hands-on work experience and build industry connections. We often find that placement students achieve higher final year grades.

Previous wildlife students have completed work placements in a wide range of countries, including South Africa, Madagascar, Spain, Greece, and the USA, working with a diverse range of animals, from donkeys and wolves to seals and turtles.

Applicants who have successfully passed a diploma from a community college, intermediate diploma or associate degree with an overall mark of C+ or better will be considered for undergraduate entry.