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Wildlife Ecology and Conservation Science

University of the West of England, Bristol · Bristol
Qualification
Degree
Length
3 yrs
UK fees / yr
£9,535
Study
Full-time
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About this course

BSc(Hons) Wildlife Ecology and Conservation Science was created in partnership with Bristol Zoo Project, giving you unique access to the zoo's facilities and expertise. Study wildlife from a scientific perspective on this specially-developed degree, created in partnership with Bristol Zoo Project. Conserving biodiversity and avoiding the mass extinction of species are huge global challenges.

We need ecologists who can use their skills and scientific knowledge to help tackle these issues, and explore new and novel approaches to conserving wildlife. By looking at the nature of global biodiversity, and the effects of habitat loss and climate change, you can equip yourself with the knowledge and tools you need to make a difference in this field.

Could you get in?
The grades students arrived with
80-95 pts10%
96-111 pts10%
112-127 pts25%
128-143 pts20%
144-159 pts15%
160-175 pts5%
176-191 pts5%
How they qualified
95% got in with alevel. The rest came in a mix of ways:
alevel95%
access5%
Could I get in? Try your grades
120 UCAS pts
Pay & prospects
90%
In work or further study after
45%
In professional / skilled jobs
90%
Continue past first year
94%
Student satisfaction
What graduates earn over time
£25,000
After 15 months
£19,000
3 years on
£24,500
5 years on
What students say National Student Survey
94%
of students are satisfied with the course overall
Teaching88%
Assessment & feedback90%
Academic support71%
Well organised90%
Learning resources96%
Student community88%
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Where this degree can lead
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When you're ready, the full entry requirements and application are on University of the West of England, Bristol's own site.
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