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Management of Aquatics and Conservation of Oceans

University Centre Askham Bryan

UCAS Code: D327 | Foundation Degree in Science - FdSc

Entry requirements


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48

UCAS Tariff 48 points A Level C E AS levels may be used to contribute to entry requirements but they are not sufficient for entry on their own. Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) PPP Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) M P City & Guilds Level 3 Advanced Technical Extended Diploma (1080) (first awarded in 2019) PPP City & Guilds Level 3 Advanced Technical Extended Diploma (720) (first awarded in 2019) MP Access to HE Diploma D: 0 credits M: 0 credits P: 45 credits Scottish Higher CCD International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme H4 H4 Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015) D D

About this course


Course option

2years

Full-time | 2024

Subject

Aquatic biology

The programme highlights the concerns of conservation of the ocean; this is a great primer foundation for a career in ocean conservation. There is a focus on the crossover between in situ and ex situ ocean conservation as well as the ethics surrounding the keeping of aquatic livestock.
Through the delivery of the programme, it is hoped that knowledge of captive breeding and appropriate husbandry standards are carried forward into the industry. The breeding and keeping of aquatic life is a rapidly developing industry, especially as global mindset is shifting towards conservation, with a focus on the ocean and threats it faces.
Making use of the on campus facilities, University Centre Askham Bryan has access to its own licensed and BIAZA accredited wildlife park, Askham Bryan Wildlife and Conservation Park. With this resource on site, students have access to a fully working collection, accessing the resources can have the ability to get involved with the park during your study.

Modules

Year 1 (Level 4) Core Modules include:
• Academic Writing and Research
• Diversity of life
• Aquatic Health and Husbandry
• Applied Aquatic Ecology
• Anthroecology

Optional Modules, choose 1:
• River and Ocean Systems
• Exotic Animal Behaviour

Year 2 (Level 5) Core Modules include:
• Independent Research Project
• Collections Management,
• Advanced Aquatic Systems
• Introduction to Conservation Genetics
• Ocean Sustainability and Future for Industry

Optional Modules, choose 1:
• Management of Habitat and Protected Areas
• Principles of Animal Training
• Conservation Education

Assessment methods

Assessments may include; Course work, TCA's, online assessment, presentations, Viva-voce and practical assessments.

Tuition fees

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England
£9,000
per year
EU
£14,000
per year
International
£14,000
per year
Northern Ireland
£9,000
per year
Scotland
£9,000
per year
Wales
£9,000
per year

The Uni


Course location:

Main Campus

Department:

School of Science

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