Wildlife Conservation with Zoo Biology BSc (Hons)
University of Salford
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews for 35 graduates of Wildlife Conservation with Zoo Biology BSc (Hons) at University of Salford for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in biosciences (non-specific).
This particular course
Salary
Salary of Graduates in Zoology
Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of biosciences (non-specific) at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.
15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
---|---|---|---|
Median salary | £19000 | £16000 | £18000 |
25-75 percentile range | £18000 - £21500 | £11500 - £18500 | £15500 - £22500 |
All Zoology courses of University of Salford
Salary of all UK Graduates of Zoology
15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
---|---|---|---|
Median salary | £22820 | £19010 | £23167 |
25-75 percentile range | £19728 - £26213 | £14612 - £23923 | £18224 - £29277 |
All Zoology courses in the UK
Course Description
Human impact on the natural world has left a devastating impact on global wildlife habitats and biodiversity. Be part of the solution by building conservation theory and practice with our BSc (Hons) Wildlife Conservation with Zoo Biology degree.
There has never been a more urgent time to fight the loss of biodiversity. To be part of the solution, you will need strong theoretical knowledge and practical skills to save our precious wildlife and ecosystems. We’ve designed this course to provide you with an understanding of wildlife, biodiversity and conservation alongside specialist knowledge of conservation in zoos.
Take your scientific knowledge and skills further
Accredited by the Royal Society of Biology, our course focuses on understanding biological process and exploring conservation in zoos and out in the wild. Across three years of study - or four if you choose to include an industry placement, you will advance your wildlife knowledge, covering specialist topics such as behavioural ecology, conservation biology and zoo animal management. You will experience hands-on learning in our advanced Bodmer laboratories, and develop transferable skills interpreting biological field data.
We put fieldwork at the heart of your learning experience. You will experience field trips including day visits to local zoo, as well and residential trips in the UK and abroad, depending on which modules you choose. In recent years, students have taken part in residential trips to Cumbria, Scotland, Shropshire and Gambia.
Get closer to industry
Focusing on real-world issues, you will balance theoretical learning with practical skill building, both in our laboratories on campus, and through UK and international field trips, which will provide you with real world experiences. We also regularly invite wildlife professionals and practitioners to share their knowledge through guest lectures.
During your studies, you will also have the option to include an industry placement between years two and three. Previous wildlife students have completed work placements both in the UK and overseas at organisations such as the Orangutan Tropical Peatland Project in Borneo, Serra dos Órgãos National Park in Brazil or closer to home at Blackpool Zoo or Yorkshire Wildlife Park.
You can also join our award-winning wildlife student society, where we can get involved with activities such as nature-spotting events, animal surveys, online talks, film screenings and many more social events to meet like-minded students.
Features
- Built specialist knowledge of conservation theory and practice with a dual focus on the wild and zoos.
- Experience residential field trips opportunities
- Include an optional industry placement year in the UK or overseas
- Part-time study option available
- Accredited by the Royal Society of Biology
Recognised by the Royal Society of Biology for the purpose of associate membership.
Recognised by the Royal Society of Biology for the purpose of associate membership.
Jobs & Career Perspectives
15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.
This particular course
Current jobs
This particular course
Required skill level of job after 15 months
This particular course
Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Wildlife Conservation with Zoo Biology BSc (Hons) at University of Salford
40% | Business and public service associate professionals |
35% | Natural and social science professionals |
5% | Managers, directors and senior officials |
5% | Business, Research and Administrative Professionals |
5% | Teaching and Childcare Associate Professionals |
5% | Information Technology Professionals |
5% | Administrative occupations |
Grading & Study Time
Grading Distribution
Students of the course received the following grades
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for this course
This particular course
Qualification requirements
Including a relevant subject/science @ C or above (80 UCAS tariff points)
Scottish Higher qualifications are considered on an individual basis
Access to HE Diploma
Including one in a relevant subject/science (90 UCAS tariff points)
Requirements for international students / English requirements
IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)
-
- 6.5
- All other courses
-
- 4.5
- Foundation / Pathway Courses
-
- 6.5
- Graduate Degrees
-
- 6.0
- Undergraduate Degrees
Costs
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)
University Rankings
Positions of University of Salford in top UK and global rankings.
See all 19 university rankings of University of Salford
About University of Salford
The University of Salford is a publicly funded university in a town of the same name, in Greater Manchester, England. The university’s primary campus, Peel Park, is just half an hour’s walk from Manchester city centre. Additionally, this campus is also home to the Salford Museum and Art Gallery.
List of 205 Bachelor and Master Courses from University of Salford - Course Catalogue
Student composition of University of Salford
-
Total number of students enrolled at University of Salford by level Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
- undergraduates:
- 17080
- postgraduates:
- 4155
- Total:
- 21235
-
Number of students enrolled in courses of subject “Biodiversity Conservation”: Academic year - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
Where is this programme taught
Similar courses
Program | University | Student satisfaction | Unemployed | Dropout | Tuition (UK) | Tuition (International) | UCAS Tariff | City | ||
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Wildlife and Conservation Management BSc (Hons) | Scotland's Rural College University | - | - | - | £9250 | £16000 | - | Edinburgh | On campus Full-time | |
Animal Conservation Science (with Sandwich Year) BSc (Hons) | University of Cumbria | - | 0% | 5% | £9250 | £13250 | 136 | Carlisle | On campus Full-time | |
Wildlife Conservation BSc (Hons) | Nottingham Trent University | 86% | 5% | 0% | £9250 | £15600 | 139 | Nottingham | On campus Full-time | |
Marine and Freshwater Conservation BSc (Hons) | University of Cumbria | 48% | 0% | 10% | £9250 | £13250 | 115 | Carlisle | On campus Full-time | |
Ecology and Wildlife Conservation BSc (Hons) | Bournemouth University | 74% | 5% | 8% | £9250 | £18800 | 116 | Poole | On campus Full-time | |
Wildlife Conservation BSc (Hons) | Bath Spa University | 65% | 0% | 15% | £9250 | £16905 | 114 | Bath | On campus Full-time | |
Animal Management (Zoo and Wildlife Conservation) BSc (Hons) | Writtle University College | - | - | - | £9250 | £13080 £14000 | - | Chelmsford | On campus Full-time | |
Ecology and Wildlife Conservation with Professional Experience BSc (Hons) | University of Reading | - | - | - | £9250 | £27650 | - | Reading | On campus Full-time | |
Animal Conservation Science (with integrated foundation year) BSc (Hons) | University of Cumbria | 48% | 0% | 10% | £9250 | £13575 | 119 | Carlisle | On campus Full-time | |
Wildlife Conservation BSc (Hons) | Aberystwyth University | 87% | 5% | 0% | £9000 | £18830 | 133 | Aberystwyth | On campus Full-time |