Program Overview

Overview of the University of Kent

The University of Kent offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses, including the Animal Biology and Wildlife Conservation (top-up) BA (Hons) program. This program is designed for students who have completed the HND Applied Animal Science or equivalent award.

Animal Biology and Wildlife Conservation (top-up) BA (Hons)

This is a top-up degree course for students who have completed the HND Applied Animal Science or equivalent award. On this program, students have access to well-equipped laboratories and an animal centre. They will have as much practical involvement with animals as possible, and a number of trips and activities are organized each year.

Course Details

• Start: September 2026
• Location: Canterbury College
• Study mode: 1 year full-time
• Fees (per year):
  • UK: TBC
  • International: TBC
• Typical offer: All entry requirements

What You'll Study

The seven modules studied will be selected from:

• Conservation Zoology
• Conservation & Wildlife Heritage
• Animal Adaptations
• Clinical Animal Behaviour
• Pathology & Immunology
• Anthrozoology
• Conservation Research Project

Teaching and Assessment

Assessment is by coursework projects, essays, presentations, and examinations. Delivery is through lectures, seminars, and tutorials, normally over three days a week.

Entry Requirements

• UK:
  • You will need at least a Merit grade at HND in Applied Animal Science or other relevant discipline or a Foundation Degree with a value of 240 credits.
• International:
  • International students cannot be admitted to this program at this time due to visa restrictions.
• English Language Requirements:
  • This course requires a Good level of English language, equivalent to B2 on CEFR.
  • Examples:
    • IELTS 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in each component
    • GCSE Grade 4/C or above in English Language
    • IB Standard Level Grade 5 or above in English A: Language and Literature
    • A Level Grade C or above in English Language or English Literature.

Fees and Funding

The 2024/25 fees for this course are £6,000 per annum full-time for UK students. For details of when and how to pay fees and charges, please see the Student Finance Guide.

Additional Costs

There will be an additional cost for any trips. Students will require regular access to a desktop computer/laptop with an internet connection to use the University of Kent’s online resources and systems.

Funding

Please check with Canterbury College for potential funding opportunities.

Everything Else

• Student life
• Accommodation
• Mature students

The University of Kent makes every effort to ensure that the information contained in its publicity materials is fair and accurate and to provide educational services as described. However, the courses, services, and other matters may be subject to change. For more information, please read the terms and conditions.