University of Salford

BSc (Hons) Wildlife Conservation with Zoo Biology

University of SalfordSalford, United Kingdom

Course overview

Gain both practical skills and theoretical knowledge to meet the challenge of saving our wildlife and precious ecosystems with our BSc (Hons) Wildlife Conservation with Zoo Biology degree. Apply now.

Key highlights

  • Combines practical skills with theoretical knowledge for wildlife conservation
  • Focuses on protecting wildlife and threatened ecosystems
  • Accredited by the Royal Society of Biology
  • Some modules include international residential field courses
  • Optional placement year and foundation year routes available

Entry requirements

  • GCSE: C/4 or above — to include English, Mathematics
  • UCAS tariff points: 104-112 — UCAS tariff points 104-112 UCAS points.
  • BTEC: DMM — BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma
  • International Baccalaureate: 30 — International Baccalaureate 30 points overall.

Scholarships

  • Global Gold Excellence Scholarship

    For undergraduate - £3,500; For postgraduate - £3,000

  • Global Silver Excellence Scholarship

    For undergraduate - £3,000; For postgraduate - £2,500

  • IFY Excellence Scholarship

    For qualifying applicants, the IFY Excellence Scholarship is worth £2,500 for one year of study on the IFY programme starting from September 2026.

    Up to £2,500

Careers this course leads to

  • Conservation officer
  • Zookeeper
  • Ecologist
  • Wildlife ranger
  • Animal welfare officer
  • Environmental education officer

Cost of study

UK/Home: £10,050 per year | International: £10,050 per year

Admission

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