University of Greenwich

Applied Zoology and Animal Conservation (Final Year Entry) (QA only), BSc (Plumpton)

University of GreenwichPlumpton College, United Kingdom

Course overview

Equip yourself with an applied understanding of global conservation issues and develop a critical understanding of the tools and solutions being used to tackle these challenges. Advance your technical skills in animal husbandry and knowledge of captive conservation approaches, working with over 100 species at Plumpton’s Animal Education Centre. Study in the heart of the South Downs National Park, with access to a range of protected habitats on Plumpton College’s 800-hectare estate.

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Key highlights

  • Applied focus on global conservation issues and the tools tackling them
  • Advance technical animal husbandry skills and captive conservation knowledge
  • Hands-on work with over 100 species at an Animal Education Centre
  • Study in the heart of the South Downs National Park
  • Access to protected habitats across an 800-hectare college estate
  • Final-year entry route for Level 5 animal science graduates

Entry requirements

  • HNC / HND — or equivalent qualification (Level 5) in these disciplines will also be considered

Scholarships

  • David Fussey Choral Exhibition Bursary

    The bursary is worth £1,000 per year for up to three years. Winners will be expected to perform a number of duties.

    Up to £1,000
  • International Hardship Fund

    The maximum award is £1,000 per academic year.

    Up to £1,000
  • International Scholarship Award

    International students who hold an offer to study at the University of Greenwich could receive a tuition fee discount worth up to £3,500 in their first year.

  • The Global Greenwich Bursary

    A scholarship of up to £2,000 paid to students who are undertaking their first approved study abroad Programme at the University of Greenwich.

  • Uni Toolkit Scholarship

    This is a £1000 cash bursary paid in your first year of study to students from our local school.

    Up to £1,000
  • Visionary Scholarship

    We can offer two cash scholarships worth £5,750.

    Up to £5,750
  • William Hills Scholarship

    The William Hills Bursary offering three students £5,000 each year for the duration of their 3-year BEng Mechanical Engineering degree including extended programmes.

    Up to £5,000

Careers this course leads to

  • Zookeeper
  • Conservation officer
  • Animal collection manager
  • Wildlife ranger
  • Ecological consultant
  • Animal welfare officer

Admission

Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of Greenwich, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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