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Bachelor of Science - BSc
Animal Management (Zoo and Wildlife Conservation) with Foundation Year
Anglia Ruskin University
Entry requirements
Here's what you will need to get a place on the Animal Management (Zoo and Wildlife Conservation) with Foundation Year course at Anglia Ruskin University.
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UCAS Tariff
32
a minimum of 32 UCAS tariff points, to include one GCE A Level grade E or above Applicants should achieve 5 GCSEs at grade 4 or above, to include English and preferably Maths. Equivalent qualifications in lieu of GCSEs may also be considered.
Most popular A-levels studied
See who's studying at Anglia Ruskin University. These students are taking Animal Management (Zoo and Wildlife Conservation) with Foundation Year or another course from the same subject area.
| Subject | Grade |
|---|---|
| Biology | E |
| Psychology | C |
| Chemistry | D |
| Geography | B |
| History | C |
Course summary
What this course is about
UCAS code: DF05
Here's what Anglia Ruskin University says about its Animal Management (Zoo and Wildlife Conservation) with Foundation Year course.
Turn your passion for zoo animals and wildlife conservation into a career protecting our animals and their ecosystems. If you’re passionate about protecting wildlife and working with exotic species, our BSc (Hons) Animal Management (Zoo and Wildlife Conservation) degree prepares you for a rewarding career in zoos, conservation and animal welfare. By combining hands-on experience with animals and academic study in health, nutrition, behaviour and sustainability, you’ll gain the practical skills and industry insight through field trips and expert-led learning, equipping you to make a real impact in the animal industry.
Why ARU?
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Develop expertise in surveying a wide variety of zoo and wildlife species
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Meet industry experts and build valuable professional connections through guest lectures and field trips
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Access strong links with leading zoos, wildlife trusts and conservation
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Combine practical skills with academic knowledge to make a real impact in animal welfare and conservation
You’ll begin by exploring the fundamentals of animal management, covering biology, ethics and essential practical and professional skills. In years two and three, you’ll build on your knowledge of these core topics by focusing on behaviour, breeding and animal health in relation to zoo animals and wildlife. Finally, you’ll complete an independent research project on a topic of your choice. It’s a great opportunity to dive deeper into an area that interests you in more depth while demonstrating everything you’ve learned.
Source: Anglia Ruskin University
Course details
There are a few options in how you might study Animal Management (Zoo and Wildlife Conservation) with Foundation Year at Anglia Ruskin University.
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2 course options available.
Qualification
Bachelor of Science - BSc
Department
Writtle School of Agriculture, Animal and Environmental Sciences
Location
Writtle Campus | Writtle
Duration
8 Years
Study mode
Part-time
Subjects
• Animal science
Start date
14 September 2026
Application deadline
14 January 2026
Tuition fees
| Location | Fees |
|---|---|
| England | £9,790 per year |
| Scotland | £9,790 per year |
| Wales | £9,790 per year |
| Northern Ireland | £9,790 per year |
| Channel Islands | £9,790 per year |
| Republic of Ireland | £9,790 per year |
The modules you will study
Modules are subject to change and availability.
Year 1 Academic and Personal Management Skills (20 credits) Biological Concepts (Introduction to Laboratory Skills) (20 credits) Maths for IT and Science (15 credits) Chemistry for Life Sciences (15 credits) Applied Industry Techniques (30 credits) Independent (Themed) Project (20 credits)
Year 2 Into ARU Biology (30 credits) Ecology and Evolution (15 credits) Industry Skills and Professional Wellbeing (30 credits) Ethics of Animal Use (15 credits) Human-Animal Interaction (15 credits)
Year 3 Behaviour (15 credits) Principles of Animal Nutrition (15 credits) Management of Zoo Animal Collections (15 credits) Research Methods (15 credits) Animal Breeding and Development (15 credits) Animal Health and Welfare (15 credits) Wildlife Conservation Skills (15 credits) Ruskin Module (15 credits)
Year 4 Major Project (30 credits) Strategies and Issues in Animal Breeding (15 credits) People Management, Training and Support (15 credits) Applied Issues in Wildlife Conservation (15 credits) Applied Nutrition and Feeding (15 credits) Applied Behaviour and Animal Welfare (15 credits) Developments in Zoo Management (15 credits)
How you will be assessed
We'll assess your progress in a number of ways including practical assessments with companion and zoo animals, farm livestock and horses, examinations – both multiple choice and essay questions, presentations – both individually and in small groups, essays and technical reports, assessed seminars, case studies, experimental work and laboratory reports, poster presentations, debates, and your dissertation.
Anglia Ruskin University student reviews
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3rd year
Paramedic science
9 months ago
The SU are actually really supportive and easy to use.
3rd year
Paramedic science
9 months ago
There isnt a massive university life.
3rd year
Paramedic science
9 months ago
Feels expensive for the amount of face to face sessions you get.
3rd year
Paramedic science
9 months ago
The general university facilities are decent, the course specific ones are dissapointing
3rd year
Paramedic science
9 months ago
If i could do it again I would not go here. The course has been extremely poorly managed and the staff have treated us like guinea pigs trialling new modules. There seems to be a reasonable staff turnover. We have had consistent issues with course leaders not talking to each other resulting in vastl...
3rd year
Paramedic science
9 months ago
The university is alright, nothing special. The facilities are decent, the library is easy to use and work in.
National Student Survey (NSS) scores at Anglia Ruskin University
The NSS is an annual survey where final-year students are asked to rate different aspects of their course and university experience.
Here you can see ratings from Anglia Ruskin University students who took the Animal Management (Zoo and Wildlife Conservation) with Foundation Year course - or another course in the same subject area.
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Teaching on my course
88%
med
Teaching on my course
88%
med
How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?
85%
med
How good are teaching staff at explaining things?
94%
med
How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?
89%
high
How often is the course intellectually stimulating?
84%
med
Learning opportunities
85%
med
Learning opportunities
85%
med
To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?
83%
med
How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?
91%
med
How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?
94%
high
To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?
83%
med
To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?
75%
med
Assessment and feedback
81%
med
Assessment and feedback
81%
med
How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?
81%
med
How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?
84%
med
How often does feedback help you to improve your work?
78%
med
How often have you received assessment feedback on time?
84%
med
How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?
77%
med
Academic support
89%
med
Academic support
89%
med
How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?
88%
med
How well have teaching staff supported your learning?
90%
med
Organisation and management
75%
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Organisation and management
75%
med
How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?
74%
med
How well organised is your course?
75%
med
Learning resources
80%
low
Learning resources
80%
low
How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?
71%
low
How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?
90%
med
How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?
83%
med
Student voice
72%
med
Student voice
72%
med
How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?
63%
med
To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?
81%
med
To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?
72%
med
How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?
81%
high
Other NSS questions
Other NSS questions
During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?
90%
med
How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?
86%
med
Student information
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Earnings after graduation
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Earnings
£20.4k
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