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Wildlife and Conservation

Course details
  • BSc (Hons)
  • 3 Years
  • Full-time
  • 08/09/2025
  • Undergraduate
Course location
Easton College
Awarded by:
University of East Anglia

Course summary

This programme includes a range of science and practical modules to help develop the skills needed for careers in Ecological Consultancy and Wildlife Conservation. Students will develop an understanding of both native and global animal and plant species, whilst also being able to develop their individual interests further through project-based research. This course will also provide a good knowledge base for students to continue into further study at master’s level.

If you have any specific questions about this course, please contact Megan Page - Course Leader BSc (Hons) Wildlife and Conservation, email: megan.page@ccn.ac.uk

The honours degrees and foundation degrees offered at City College Norwich are awarded by the University of East Anglia (UEA) with whom we enjoy Associate College Status. This partnership means that you will graduate with a UEA degree and be able to access facilities at the UEA while you are studying with us.

Qualified teacher status (QTS)

To work as a teacher at a state school in England or Wales, you will need to achieve qualified teacher status (QTS). This is offered on this course for the following level:

  • Course does not award QTS

How to apply

Apply by
29 January

This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application codes

Course code:
C184
Institution code:
C54
Campus name:
Easton College
Campus Code:
C

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

International applicants

Information about being an international student at City College Norwich can be found on our website: https://www.ccn.ac.uk/courses/international-students/

Entry requirements

UCAS Tariff

80 points

Access to HE Diploma

P: 45 credits
Access Diploma must contain suitable science credits.

Students are required to have GCSE Maths, English and Science (preferred) grade 9-4 / A*-C.

A minimum of GCSE Maths, English and Science (preferred) grade 4/C or above.

UCAS points from Scottish Highers or Advanced levels are accepted. UCAS tariff points from BTEC or City and Guilds diplomas are accepted, Open University credits in lieu of A levels, Access to HE Diplomas, and T Levels are accepted. Subjects with a scientific element are desirable.

We will also accept applications from students who have passed, or are predicted to gain a pass grade in the following specific course programmes:-
T Level: Animal Management and Behaviour L3
T Level: Animal Management and Science L3
T-Level Tree and Woodland Management and Maintenance L3
BTEC L3 Diploma - Environmental Conservation and Countryside Management
City & Guilds L3 Advanced Technical Extended Diploma - Animal Management
Access to Higher Education: Land-based Studies (Animal and Countryside Management)

Applicants over 21 years of age, who do not have relevant UCAS points, will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis but should demonstrate evidence of an appropriate qualification, experience in the field or a strong interest

Find out more about qualification requirements for this course.

English language requirements

TestGradeAdditional details
IELTS (Academic)6Minimum score/result of 5.5 required in all components.
Applications from students whose first language is not English are welcome. For International students we require evidence of proficiency in English (including writing, speaking, listening and reading).

Contextual admissions

Universities and colleges consider more than grades when assessing applications and may make offers based on a range of criteria. Learn more about contextual offers.

We want to encourage and support students from a diverse range of backgrounds to access Higher Education at City College Norwich. We therefore consider a range of circumstances that may have impacted an applicant's prior attainment and offer a reduction in our standard offer for applicants who meet one or more of our eligibility criteria (see the link for further details)

Learn more on the City College Norwich (incorporating Easton College) website

Historical entry grades data BETA

This section shows the range of grades students (with UK A-Levels or Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diplomas) who received offers were previously accepted with (learn more). It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place. Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.

Not enough data available

We are unable to show previous accepted grades for this course. This could be because the course is new, it's a postgraduate course, there isn't enough historical data, or the provider has opted out of sharing their entry grades data for this course - learn more.

Fees and funding

Tuition fees

LocationFeeYear
England£9250Year 1
Northern Ireland£9250Year 1
Scotland£9250Year 1
Wales£9250Year 1
EU£14335Year 1
International£14335Year 1
Channel Islands£14335Year 1
Republic of Ireland£14335Year 1

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.

Additional fee information

Information about fees and funding for this course can be found on the City College Norwich website here: https://he.ccn.ac.uk/fees-and-applications/financial-support

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