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UndergraduateFoundation DegreeUCAS: D302

Animal Management, Ecology and Conservation

University Centre Somerset
Bridgwater, England
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2 yearsDuration
£13,500Per Year (Intl)
£8,950Home Fee
95%Satisfaction

Course Overview

Offered by University Centre Somerset, the FD Animal Management, Ecology and Conservation provides a comprehensive undergraduate education in agriculture and food science. Based in Bridgwater, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 2-year full-time structure. This broad-based programme investigates management, ecology and conservation of animal species and their habitats using theoretical knowledge, background research and industry-recognised skills. Modules explore the interconnectedness between animal behaviour, habitats and human impact at local, national and international levels, developing a rounded awareness of industry perspectives and ecological impacts. Experienced staff support your studies with the use of the extensive animal management collection and conservation area at the Cannington campus alongside visits to external environments... Home/uk fees are £8,950 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with a 80% continuation rate.

What You'll Learn

Animal Behaviour and Welfare
Ecology and Ecosystems
Wildlife Conservation Principles
Species and Habitat Management
Environmental Surveying Techniques
Human Impacts on Biodiversity
Captive Animal Husbandry
Work-Based Learning in Conservation
UCAS Code:D302
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

UCAS Points64

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic65.55.55.55.5

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£13,500

per year

Total Course Cost (2 years)£27,000

Home Student Fee

£8,950

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.

📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA

Graduate Outcomes

Based on official LEO data (HMRC tax records)

💰 Graduate Salaries — University Centre Somerset

Time After GraduationLower Quartile SalaryMedian SalaryUpper Quartile Salary
3 years£15,500£18,500£22,500
5 years£19,000£23,000£27,000

UK subject average: £24,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities

Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average

This course
UK average
Salary 3 years after graduation 23% below UK average salary
This course
£18,500
UK average
£24,000
Salary 5 years after graduation Close to UK average salary
This course
£23,000
UK average
£24,000

Salary trend: ↑ up £4,500 from year 3 to year 5

Indicative Data

Salary figures are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH06-01-03 subject area and do not represent outcomes specific to this course or provider. These are indicative figures to aid comparison. For official graduate outcomes data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

💼 Employment Breakdown

90%Working
35%Professional Jobs
Official Data

Graduate employment outcomes are sourced directly from Discover Uni for this specific course and provider. For full details, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

Student Satisfaction

Subject area average

National Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only

Teaching on my course
95%
Learning opportunities
84%
Assessment and feedback
89%
Academic support
75%
Organisation and management
75%
Learning resources
75%
Student voice
80%
Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
25%

National Student Survey via Discover Uni.

Official Data

Source: Subject-group average for this provider

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Alumni Bursary

University Centre Somerset · Undergraduate

£1,000scholarship value
  • Available to all international students
  • For undergraduate study
  • Open to your course
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HE Bursary

University Centre Somerset · Undergraduate

£600scholarship value
  • Available to all international students
  • For undergraduate study
  • Open to your course
Need-based

HE Diagnostic Support Fund

University Centre Somerset · Undergraduate

  • Available to all international students
  • For undergraduate study
  • Open to your course
Need-based

HE Technical Support Fund

University Centre Somerset · Undergraduate

  • Available to all international students
  • For undergraduate study
  • Open to your course
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About University Centre Somerset

University Centre Somerset offers Animal Management, Ecology and Conservation as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.

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