Zoo Management FdSc

The programme provides a unique combination of academic study with hands-on training and experience in the management of zoo animals. The course includes specialist modules and practical experience with a range of exotic species – mammals, amphibians, invertebrates, reptiles and birds of prey. Students are taught throughout the programme utilising the zoo licensed facilities on campus. Work in the field will expand your knowledge of wild animal and captive behaviour and conservation.The course ... READ MORE

The programme provides a unique combination of academic study with hands-on training and experience in the management of zoo animals. The course includes specialist modules and practical experience with a range of exotic species – mammals, amphibians, invertebrates, reptiles and birds of prey. Students are taught throughout the programme utilising the zoo licensed facilities on campus. Work in the field will expand your knowledge of wild animal and captive behaviour and conservation.The course features:- Member of British & Irish Association of Zoos and Aquariums (BIAZA)- Purpose-built animal management training centre with £3 million upgrade- Student will have the opportunity to engage in overseas field courses to a range of localities including southern Africa, South America and Europe- Centre houses over 1,000 animals and 125 species inc:- Mammals: serval cats, tapirs, ring-tailed lemurs, porcupines, tamarin monkeys, otters, capybara, meerkats, mara and wallabies, among others- Birds: birds of prey, chickens, ducks, finches, cockatiels, cockatoos, and budgerigars- Reptiles: snakes, bearded dragons, tortoises and chameleons- Fish: a range of freshwater and marine fish Invertebrates: tarantulas, scorpions and insects Amphibians: frogs, toads and newts.The Foundation Degree in Zoo Management can be followed on by the one year BSc (Hons) Zoo Management Top-Up to gain a full honours degree.