Zoo Biology BSc (Hons)
Nottingham Trent University
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This course represents a unique opportunity for you to study a wider range of species than those covered in traditional Zoology degrees. Your learning will focus on the biology of exotic species, namely non-domestic and non-UK wildlife, and how to apply this to all aspects of the management and conservation of captive populations.The course includes field trips to UK zoos and wildlife parks, with an additional final year residential field course. Previous locations have included Scotland and ...Read more

This course represents a unique opportunity for you to study a wider range of species than those covered in traditional Zoology degrees. Your learning will focus on the biology of exotic species, namely non-domestic and non-UK wildlife, and how to apply this to all aspects of the management and conservation of captive populations.The course includes field trips to UK zoos and wildlife parks, with an additional final year residential field course. Previous locations have included Scotland and South Africa.Core scientific study is supported by our specialist Animal Unit. This purpose-built centre houses approximately 250 animals of 70 species, including various exotic species.NTU is a member of the European Association of Zoos and Aquaria (EAZA) and the British and Irish Association of Zoos and Aquariums (BIAZA). We are also a teaching provider for zoo animal record keeping via the Zoological Information Management System (ZIMS).

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WUSCA ranking:
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16/101
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
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55th
CUG Ranking
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Source: Complete University Guide 2025
45th
Animal Science
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Calculated by 100% - (% of students continuing course + % of students completed course)
100 - 90 = 10% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
10%
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Rebeca
29 Feb 24

My lecturers are all very passionate and have inspired me to continue studying..Read more

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Lily
21 Feb 24

The trip to Africa where we got to learn so much with all the right..Read more

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Psychology
73%
Biology
27%
Sociology
25%
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16%
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14%
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£17,150 per year

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Accommodation - Approximate Average £550 - £1173 Monthly

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Nottingham Trent University
Nottingham Trent University , Nottingham

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Nottingham Trent University
Brackenhurst Southwell Nottinghamshire NG25 0QF United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Bleasby  1.1 miles away
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