Course Overview
The MSc Zoo Conservation Biology at Manchester Metropolitan University is a postgraduate programme designed for postgraduate students passionate about understanding living systems. Based in Manchester, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 1-year full-time and part-time structure. Zoos play a crucial role in animal conservation, through research, breeding programmes, education, and policy guidance. By studying our masters in zoo conservation biology, you'll develop the skills and experience to contribute to this essential work. You’ll develop expertise in the science that underpins the management and maintenance of captive populations and explore the links with species conservation on a global scale. International tuition fees are £22,500 per year, home/UK fees are £2,150 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 83% student satisfaction rating, and a median graduate salary of £22,000 within three years.
What You'll Learn
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| Postgraduate Requirement | 2:2 |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
| PTE Academic | 65 | — | — | — | — |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£22,500
per year
Home Student Fee
£2,150
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.
Graduate Outcomes
Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data
💰 Graduate Salaries — Manchester Metropolitan University
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £21,500 | £24,000 | £26,000 |
| 3 years | £17,000 | £21,500 | £26,000 |
| 5 years | £21,000 | £26,500 | £32,500 |
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