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BA (Hons)

Animal Biology and Wildlife Conservation (top-up)

Gain a comprehensive understanding of the biology of animals and the conservation of wildlife.

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Key information

Start
September 2026
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Location
Canterbury College
Study mode
1 year full-time
Fees (per year)
UK: TBC
International: TBC
Typical offer
All entry requirements

Overview

This is a top-up degree course for students who have completed the HND Applied Animal Science or equivalent award.

On this programme you have access to well-equipped laboratories and an animal centre. You will have as much practical involvement with animals as possible and a number of trips and activities are organised each year.

The course

You'll study a range of modules covering animal welfare, psychology, science and wildlife conservation.

What you'll study

Plot your course. Discover the modules you'll study on your Kent journey.

The seven modules studied will be selected from:

  • Conservation Zoology
  • Conservation & Wildlife Heritage
  • Animal Adaptations
  • Clinical Animal Behaviour
  • Pathology & Immunology
  • Anthrozoology
  • Conservation Research Project

How you'll study

You will be assessed through exams, coursework and a mixture of project-based assignments, including essays and presentations.

Entry requirements

You will need at least a Merit grade at HND in Applied Animal Science or other relevant discipline or a Foundation Degree with a value of 240 credits.

Fees and funding

Tuition fees for 2026 entry

*The Government announced on 26 November 2025 that tuition fees in England for Home students will increase to £9,790 from £9,535 for the academic year 2026/27. This increase requires Parliamentary approval, which is expected to be given in early/mid 2026.

Tuition fees may be increased in the second and subsequent years of your course. Detailed information on possible future increases in tuition fees is contained in the Tuition Fees Increase Policy.

  • Full-time (UK)
    TBC
  • Full-time (International)
    TBC

Your fee status

The University will assess your fee status as part of the application process. If you are uncertain about your fee status you may wish to seek advice from UKCISA before applying.

For details of when and how to pay fees and charges, please see our Student Finance Guide.

There will be an additional cost for any trips.

IT Equipment 

Students will require regular access to a desktop computer/laptop with an internet connection to use the University of Kent’s online resources and systems. Please see information about the minimum computer requirements for study.  

Find out more about accommodation and living costs, plus general additional costs that you may pay when studying at Kent.

Funding

Please check with Canterbury College for potential funding opportunities.

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Full-time applicants

Full-time applicants (including international applicants) should
apply through UCAS. The institution code number of the University of Kent is K24, and the code name is KENT.

As this course is delivered at Canterbury College, you should add the campus code C in Section 3(d).

If you need help or advice on your application, you
should speak with your careers advisor or contact UCAS Customer Contact
Centre. 

Apply through UCAS

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