Zoo Management FdSc
City of Oxford College
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews of 10 graduates of Zoo Management FdSc and other courses in CAH03 at City of Oxford College for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in CAH03.
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Salary
Salary of all UK Graduates of
15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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Median salary | £20811 | £17855 | £21702 |
25-75 percentile range | £18257 - £24257 | £13861 - £22312 | £17266 - £27104 |
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Course Description
Develop a fascinating insight into the behaviour and welfare of a range of captive wild animal species and apply theories learnt to maintain and improve animal welfare. The primary focus of this course is on species housed within zoos and aquaria however careers are not limited to this. There is also scope for you to explore the theory and practice related to wildlife conservation and the focus of this in zoos.
- PROGRAMME MODULES
Year 1: (30 credits each)
→ Animal Breeding Programmes and Husbandry
→ Animal Health, Welfare and Nutrition
→ Zoo Management Skills
→ Professional Development in the Work Environment
Year 2: (30 credits each)
→ Management of Zoological Collections
→ Global Biodiversity and Conservation Issues
→ Research Methods
→ Professional Development in the Work Environment 2
CAREERS
You could work as a zoo keeper, animal trainer, education officer or presenter in zoological settings in the UK and abroad.
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for CAH03
All CAH03 courses of City of Oxford College
Qualification requirements
Including a relevant subject/science @ C or above (80 UCAS tariff points)
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
English language requirements
test | Grade | Additional Details |
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IELTS (Academic) | 6 |
Costs
Tuition Fees Zoo Management FdSc
England UK | £8000 | year 1 |
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Northern Ireland | £8000 | year 1 |
Scotland | £8000 | year 1 |
Wales | £8000 | year 1 |
Channel Islands | £8000 | year 1 |
Additional fee information
Please note that tuition fees may increase in subsequent years for both new and continuing students in line with an inflationary amount determined by government. Fees are subject to agreement by the Office for Students.
Average student cost of living in the UK
Rent | £518 |
Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) | £50 |
Supermarket shopping | £81 |
Clothing | £35 |
Eating out | £33 |
Alcohol | £27 |
Takeaways / food deliveries | £30 |
Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) | £24 |
Holidays and weekend trips | £78 |
Transport within city | £17 |
Self-care / sports | £20 |
Stationary / books | £13 |
Mobile phone / internet | £13 |
Cable TV / streaming | £7 |
Insurance | £51 |
Other | £95 |
Average student cost of living | £1092 |
London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.
How to apply
Application deadline:
January 1, 2025
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Possible Entry Points:
- year 1 (Default entry point)
About City of Oxford College
City of Oxford College is a post-secondary school institution located in Oxford, England. The college operates from two campus sites; one in Oxford city centre, and the other in Blackbird Leys. There are not many places nationally or internationally more associated with the student lifestyle than Oxford, due to the numerous prestigious universities found here.
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Student composition of City of Oxford College
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Total number of students enrolled at City of Oxford College by level Academic year - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
- undergraduates:
- postgraduates:
- Total:
- 0
Where is this programme taught
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