Zoo Biology
Nottingham Trent University
UCAS Code: C300 | Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Entry requirements
104 - 112 UCAS Tariff points from up to four qualifications (two of which must be A-level equivalent including Biology grade C)
Pass your Access course with 60 credits overall with a minimum of 45 credits at level 3 including relevant Biology modules
104 - 112 UCAS Tariff points from your BTEC Level 3 National Diploma and up to two other qualifications including A-Level Biology grade C or equivalent
104 - 112 UCAS Tariff points from your BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate and up to three other qualifications (one of which must be A-Level equivalent including Biology grade C or equivalent).
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DMM from a BTEC Extended Diploma including relevant Biology modules
We will consider T Levels for entry to this course, either as stand-alone qualifications or in conjunction with other Level 3 qualifications, in accordance with the specified course tariff points.
UCAS Tariff
104 - 112 UCAS Tariff points from up to four qualifications (two of which must be A-level equivalent including Biology grade C or equivalent)
About this course
This course represents a unique opportunity for you to study a wider range of species than those covered in traditional Zoology degrees. Your learning will focus on the biology of exotic species, namely non-domestic and non-UK wildlife, and how to apply this to all aspects of the management and conservation of captive populations.
The course includes field trips to UK zoos and wildlife parks, with an additional final year residential field course. Previous locations have included Scotland and South Africa.
Core scientific study is supported by our specialist Animal Unit. This purpose-built centre houses approximately 250 animals of 70 species, including various exotic species.
NTU is a member of the European Association of Zoos and Aquaria (EAZA) and the British and Irish Association of Zoos and Aquariums (BIAZA). We are also a teaching provider for zoo animal record keeping via the Zoological Information Management System (ZIMS).
Modules
Year One
- Animal Physiology
- Animal Husbandry
- Animal Behaviour
- Nutrition Principles
- Animal Reproduction and Genetics
- Animal Health and Disease
Year Two
- Animal Cognition and Training
- Priorities for Modern Zoos
- Physiology of Behaviour
- Research Skills
- Animal Nutritional Health
- Zoo Conservation Genetics
Final year
- Zoo Biology Field Course
- Welfare Science
- Dissertation
- Anthrozoology
and (pick one):
- Adaptive Physiology
- Advanced Animal Nutrition
Full module descriptions and details can be found on the course page on the NTU website.
Assessment methods
Year 1
Coursework (50%), written exam (33%), practical (17%)
Year 2
Coursework (50%), written exam (17%), practical (33%)
Final Year
Coursework (83%), written exam (17%)
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The Uni
Brackenhurst Campus
School of Animal, Rural and Environmental Science
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