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Biological sciences and environmental health
Biological sciences and environmental health
HND Animal Behaviour and Wildlife Conservation
BSc (Hons) Animal Behaviour and Wildlife Conservation
HND Applied Biology
BSc (Hons) Biological Sciences
UCAS code: 69C5 Full-time: 2 years Part-time: 4 years Location: Wolverhampton City Campus Entry requirements: 120 UCAS points with evidence of
UCAS code: DD34 Full-time/Sandwich: 3/4 years Part-time: 5-6 years Location: Wolverhampton City Campus Entry requirements: 200 UCAS points from at least two subjects
UCAS code: 62C2 Full-time: 2 years Part-time: 4 years Location: Wolverhampton City Campus Entry requirements: 80 points from at least one science
UCAS code: C120 Full-time/Sandwich: 3/4 years Part-time: 5-6 years Location: Wolverhampton City Campus Entry requirements: 200 UCAS points from at least two
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achievement in science at post-16 study (A2-level or equivalent). GCSE English and Maths at grade C or above (or equivalent).
including one science subject at A-level (or equivalent) preferably Biology. GCSE English and Maths at grade C or above (or equivalent).
subject at A-level or equivalent, preferably Biology. GCSE English and Maths at grade C or above (or equivalent).
subjects including one science subject at A-level (or equivalent). GCSE English and Maths at grade C or above (or equivalent).
The course provides an alternative route to studying animal behaviour and wildlife conservation at university level. The first year is shared with the undergraduate degree and covers the breadth of topics from animal behaviour and physiology through to wildlife conservation and the practical skills you need for the world of work. As a HND student, you will be given extra support with the necessary study and personal skills to help you adapt to university.
This course will develop your interest, knowledge and understanding of the behaviour and biology of animals in their natural environments, enabling you to use that knowledge in
the protection and conservation of species and their habitats. The course provides a thorough grounding in biological diversity, evolution, physiology, ecology and animal behaviour. Animals are studied from the molecular level up to the whole organism and are considered as members of communities and populations.
The course will give you the skills needed to be proficient with biological techniques used in laboratory work. It will teach you about important scientific methods such as DNA manipulation, protein analysis and microbial analysis, as well as allowing you to gain a wider appreciation of how microorganisms, plants and animals live. You will undertake analytical work as part of the extensive range of practical exercises within modules during your course.
This course will provide you with an in-depth education in the biology and behaviour of microorganisms, plants and animals, exploring the genetic, molecular and chemical basis of life. You will be provided with ample opportunity to undertake experiments which not only underpin theory, but also provide technical training. You will study in our state-of-the-art laboratories in the Rosalind Franklin Science Centre which feature specialist facilities for genetic and molecular analysis and for growing cells. Developing key numeric, written, laboratory, IT and study skills are an important feature.
The second year has a different emphasis, moving towards a more skills-focused approach to developing your animal behaviour and wildlife conservation knowledge. A strong emphasis is placed on reflective, evidence-based skills accumulation and work experience alongside the relevant theory modules.
Where can it take you? The skills and knowledge you gain will allow you to move into many roles working within a conservation or animal behaviour environment. As you will have a skills focus, it will particularly give you a head start in working with organisations with a strong applied focus, such as the Wildlife Trusts, or with captive animal collections which have a hands-on component. You can also gain further qualifications by transferring to the second year of BSc (Hons) Animal Behaviour and Wildlife Conservation at the end of your first year, or the final year of the BSc after completion of your HND.
Conservation is at the heart of the course and there is a strong focus on applying your knowledge in different conservation contexts from site-based management to landscape-scale. You will develop practical skills in species and habitat surveying and behavioural observation. The emphasis is on wildlife species and their conservation in the UK, with two compulsory week-long field courses, one in the UK and a second in Europe. Other field trips and placement opportunities are available, including an optional sandwich year. There are also opportunities to study more exotic species through participation in international field courses and engagement with zoos, aquaria and wildlife parks.
Accreditation The course has recognition from the Society of Biology. Recognition is only awarded to courses with significant biology content and automatically qualifies graduates for Associate Membership of the Society.
Where can it take you? Graduates from BSc (Hons) Animal Behaviour and Wildlife Conservation enter into employment with organisations in both the public and voluntary sectors, such as Natural England, The Wildlife Trusts and the Royal Society for the Protection of Birds. Those students with a strong behavioural interest often follow careers with zoos, aquaria, game parks and other animal collections.
Full details of all courses and entry requirements can be found at: wlv.ac.uk/undergraduate
The course provides the opportunity to develop your knowledge and skills in all aspects of applied biology. A programme of core and optional modules closely matches several BSc (Hons) degree courses in biological sciences, particularly BSc (Hons) Biological Sciences, BSc (Hons) Microbiology, BSc (Hons) Biochemistry (recognised by the Royal Society of Chemistry), BSc (Hons) Biotechnology, and BSc (Hons) Genetics and Molecular Biology offered at the University of Wolverhampton.
Where can it take you?
Dedicated practical modules provide the opportunity to explore theory and practice whilst preparing you for your specialist honours research project. An optional sandwich year is available in a relevant industrial or research environment, and provides invaluable vocational experience. In your final year, you may choose to explore an advanced specialism such as: animal biology and behaviour, food microbiology, biotechnology, or the ethical and social implications of biological exploitation.
A HND in Applied Biology opens a variety of career opportunities. Your knowledge of biology, supported by transferable skills and technical competence, enables you to consider a range of technical applications. Technical skills are sought-after within a range of food, water, environmental, biotechnological and pharmaceutical companies.
The course has recognition from the Society of Biology. Recognition is only awarded to courses with significant biology content and automatically qualifies graduates for Associate Membership of the Society.
In addition, the course is designed to accommodate transfer, depending upon performance, to one of the related Wolverhampton Biological Sciences degree courses. This is possible after either the first year when you can transfer onto the second year of our degree programme, or after the second year following HND completion, when you can transfer onto the final year of a BSc (Hons) degree. All options enable study to a degree in three years.
Accreditation
Where can it take you? A degree in Biological Sciences opens a variety of career opportunities. Your knowledge of biological systems, supported by transferable skills and technical competence, enables you to consider a range of career paths. Biotechnological, agricultural, pharmaceutical and government agencies, as well as food manufacturing and water companies, are all potential avenues for employment. The broad scope of the award accommodates non-scientific careers including teaching, retail, marketing and management. Alternatively, you may choose to pursue postgraduate qualifications on research-based MSc and PhD awards, including the final year of Master’s in Biology at the University of Wolverhampton.
Full details of all courses and entry requirements can be found at: wlv.ac.uk/undergraduate