Wildlife and Environmental Conservation
Entry requirements
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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
This two-year Foundation degree will cover a range of themes including wildlife biology, habitat management, evolution and taxonomy, practical field research, current industry techniques and technologies. All aspects have been tailored to provide successful students with the best skill-set for their chosen industry.
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. Taking part in the conservation projects the wildlife park has underway supporting your research modules. In addition to the wildlife park on site, the York campus is located in an ideal spot for access to a range of Wildlife Trust, RSPB and local nature reserves to support you in your application of the skills developed in this degree.
Modules
Year 1 (Level 4) Core Modules include:
• Academic Writing and Research
• Diversity of Life
• Conservation and Wildlife Management
• Ecological Conservation Skills
• Anthroecology
Optional Modules, choose 1:
• Wildlife Ethics, Law and Legislation
• River and Ocean Systems
Year 2 (Level 5) Core Modules include :
• Independent Research Project
• Professional Skills in Wildlife and Land Management
• Management of Habitats and Protected Areas
• Introduction to GIS
• Introduction to Conservation Genetics
Optional Modules, choose 1:
• Business Enterprise
• Conservation Project and Event Management
Assessment methods
Assessments may include; Course work, TCA's, online assessment, presentations, Viva-voce and practical assessments.
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