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Wildlife Ecology and Conservation Science (with Foundation Year) BSc (Hons)
Course options
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Qualification
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
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Location
Frenchay Campus
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Study mode
Full time
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Start date
16-SEP-24
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Duration
4 Years
Course summary
BSc(Hons) Wildlife Ecology and Conservation Science (with Foundation Year) explores wildlife conservation issues at local, national and global levels. Created in partnership with Bristol Zoo Gardens, it gives you unique access to the zoo's facilities and expertise.Mixing theory with practice, you’ll delve into the relationship between wildlife and society, and consider the impact of human activities on the living world. Deepen your knowledge of conservation by carrying out work in natural habitats close to Bristol, including the Severn Estuary, the Cotswolds woodlands and grasslands, the Somerset Levels and Avon Gorge. Tap into our many links with local conservation organisations, and go on placements, volunteering, field-based work and residential trips in the UK and overseas. Choose our sandwich course option to spend your third year on a work placement in this country, Europe or further afield, applying your knowledge to topical conservation issues.Explore the steps that can be taken to alleviate biodiversity decline, and get the strong foundation you need for a career in conservation.You’ll be well prepared to go into a wide range of jobs. You could work in national and international wildlife conservation, conservation consultancy, media and wildlife film-making, wildlife and enterprise, or wildlife conservation research. As a science graduate, your skills will be highly valued, and you could also go into a range of non-science graduate positions.
Application deadline
31 January
Tuition fees
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15,850per year
Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.
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University information
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University League Table
67th
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Campus address
Bristol, University West of England, (UWE), Coldharbour Lane, Frenchay, Bristol, South Gloucestershire, BS16 1QY, England
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Subject ranking
61st out of 97 14
48th out of 73 3
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Entry standards
/ Max 228119 52%69th
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Graduate prospects
/ Max 10068.0 68%62nd
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Student satisfaction
/ Max 54.13 83%10th
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Entry standards
/ Max 211113 54%58th
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Graduate prospects
/ Max 10070.0 70%38th
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Student satisfaction
/ Max 54.50 90%3rd