Program Overview

Overview

The FdSc Conservation Science and Animal Management (Wildlife and Zoo) is an exciting and dynamic course that will enable you to develop an understanding of the essential practical and theoretical elements of the management of animal species, populations, and ecosystems.

Course Structure

The course gives you the necessary skills to help conserve wild animals by developing your knowledge in topics such as ecology, biodiversity, captive breeding, animal behaviour and learning. You will also gain practical experience in observing, surveying and the husbandry of animals.

Course Modules

• Animal Biology and Health (Mandatory)
• Behavioural Ecology (Mandatory)
• Wildlife and Climate Change (Mandatory)
• Introduction to Data Analysis (Mandatory)
• Work-based Learning & Personal Development (Mandatory)
• Introduction to Ecosystem Services (Mandatory)
• Animal Breeding & Applied Genetics (Mandatory)
• Applied Animal Behaviour & Training (Mandatory)
• Zoo Animal Husbandry & Collection Management (Mandatory)
• Conservation Education (Mandatory)
• Intermediate Data Analysis (Mandatory)
• Research Skills and Work based Project (Mandatory)

Entry Requirements

UK Academic Requirements

• 80 UCAS tariff points (or above)
• CDD (A-Level)
• MMP (BTEC)
• Pass A*-C (T Level)
• Pass in Access to HE Diploma

International Requirements

• IELTS 6.0 overall (minimum 5.5 in all components) where English is not the students' first language.

Transferring Credit

• If you have previously studied at higher education level before you may be able to transfer credits to a related course at the University of Suffolk and reduce the period of study time necessary to achieve your degree.

Mature Applicants

• Students aged 21 or over at the start of their course are regarded as mature students. The University of Suffolk offers a flexible admissions policy for mature students, which takes into account life and work experience.

Career Opportunities

Completing an FdSc in Conservation Science and Animal Management (Wildlife and Zoo) opens up a variety of career opportunities in conservation, wildlife management, zoos, and animal welfare. Here are some potential job opportunities after completing this course:

• Wildlife Conservation Office
• Zoo Keeper
• Wildlife Ranger
• Animal Care Technician
• Ecologist
• Sustainability Consultant

Fees and Funding

2025/26

• UK Full-time Tuition Fee: £8,220 per year
• UK Part-time Tuition Fee: £1,370 per 20 credit module
• International Full-time Tuition Fee: £15,690 per year

2026/27

• UK Full-time Tuition Fee: £8,220* per year
• UK Part-time Tuition Fee: £1,370** per 20 credit module
• International Full-time Tuition Fee: £15,690 per year

*Maximum tuition fees chargeable to Home-fee students are set by the UK Government normally in the autumn or early winter in the year prior to the year of entry (e.g. autumn 2025 for entry in 2026/27). The University of Suffolk reserves the right to increase tuition fees for 2026/27 if the UK Government increases the maximum annual fee.

**Please contact Student Centre for further information on part-time fees.

Further Information

At University of Suffolk, your tuition fees provide access to all the usual teaching and learning facilities that you would expect. However, there may be additional costs associated with you course that you will need to budget for.

• UK fees and finance
• UK bursaries and scholarships
• International fees and scholarships