construction & landbased - Leeds City College

newWildlife biology and conservationbsc top up (institution code: l21)duration: 1 yearlocation: HcSubject to validationabout the courseThis is for learners who have already completed a Foundation Degree or Higher National Diploma in a conservationand biology related subject and is aimed at those wanting to work in animal management, wildlife conservation oranimal industries such as animal welfare, education, conservation, veterinary, and training.Students must choose a research topic to investigate, research, formulate a methodology, collect and analyse data andcome to a conclusion.Assessments include measuring and reporting on biodiversity, rescuing marine mammals and presenting the results ofresearch using scenarios and links with employers to help make them more realistic.Proposed modules• Research Dissertation*• Conservation of Marine Mammals• Biology & Conservation of Invertebrates• Animal Diversity and Evolution• Wildlife Population Management• Behavioural Ecology*• Animal & Human Interactions• Environmental EducationApply via UCASt: 0870 112 2211 or www.ucas.com.entry requirementsFoundation Degree or Higher National Diploma in a relevant subject at Merit level plus GCSE grade C or above inEnglish and Maths and industry experience.You are assessed using a combination of coursework (theory and practical based), together with a small number ofexaminations. However the emphasis is on self study and the final dissertation.future opportunitiesProgress to Masters degrees, employment in a variety of roles - from teaching to ecologists, to working for a varietyof animal and conservation charities. Many progress onto graduate schemes.leedscitycollege.ac.uk | course.enquiry@leedscitycollege.ac.uk | 0113 386 1997 45