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UK, England
Type: University
Location Type: Urban
Founded: 1992
Total Students: 38,000 +
Int. Students: 3,000 +
Main Campus Address
All Saints Building, All Saints, Manchester M15 6BH
Zoos play a crucial role in animal conservation. Whether they’re carrying out important research into animal behaviour and welfare, taking part in breeding programmes, educating the public or advising policymakers, they are important players in international conservation.
By studying our masters in zoo conservation biology, you can play your part too. You’ll develop expertise in the science which underpins the management and maintenance of captive populations and explore the links with species conservation on a global scale.
The main core module is Zoo Conservation, which we deliver with the help of our partners at Chester Zoo; giving you unique insight into the zoo’s collections and facilities. There are also opportunities to participate in an overseas field trip*. This could take you across Europe, Turkey or even Tanzania in East Africa. You’ll usually have a choice between two destinations – additional fees will apply if you decide to choose to go on the East African trip. Alternatively, you could apply for a three-month work placement at a zoo or aquarium.
This all then feeds back into your research project, where you’ll combine your own data collection with background research and data analysis, communicating your findings in a comprehensive dissertation.
*All overseas field courses are subject to any international travel restrictions and/or availability. There may be additional costs for all overseas trips, such as the costs associated with getting travel visas.
Master's Degree
28 Days
Full-Time
12 Months
Intake Month/Year | Intake Status | |
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sep 2024 | Closed | |
sep 2025 | Open |
*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change
*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Check program website for more information about funding options.
Career Opportunities
This is a course that can pave the way to a wide range of career paths and professional possibilities, including study at PhD level, and provides a route into animal management within captive populations.
Careers support is available from the moment you join us, and for up to three years after you finish your course. Dedicated careers and employability advisors in the Department and the University Careers Service will help you find the role that’s right for you.
International scholarships and funding
Find out how you can get help with the cost of studying at Manchester Metropolitan.
If you want to study at university in the UK, a scholarship can be a big help.
Scholarships for international students in the UK come from two main sources, from:
Find a scholarship at Manchester Metropolitan
We offer four different types of scholarship for international students:
There are various options through which a student can get a post study work visa in the UK.
Tier 1 Graduate Entrepreneur Visa for the graduates with a genuine and credible business idea.
Tier 2 (General) is the leading immigration visa to work in the UK.
Tier 4 Doctorate Extension Scheme is for students who have completed their Ph.D. and is valid for 12 months for them to work, look for work or set up a business.
Tier 5 Youth Mobility is for individuals of certain countries like Australia, Canada, Japan, Monaco, Hong Kong, South Korea, Taiwan, and New Zealand aged between 18 -30 who wish to move to the UK.
Tier 5 GAE is for individuals who want to come to the UK for work experience, training, research or a fellowship.
UK Ancestry is for individuals who are a citizen of a commonwealth and plan to work in the UK and have a grandparent who was born in the UK.
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