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Animal Management and Conservation Foundation Degree in Bridgwater

Cost£8,950.00
Duration2 years
DeliveryClassroom based
Start14 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
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About this course

Animal Management and Conservation Foundation Degree in Bridgwater. Classes run at Cannington College, full-time during the day.

The course takes two years to complete. You'll study animal behaviour, conservation principles, and how to manage wildlife and habitats. It covers both practical and academic skills across the land-based sector.

You'll finish with a Foundation Degree in Animal Management and Conservation.

Who this course is for

UCS College Group offers a wide range of courses across its four colleges and also offsite. Courses cover many areas and can be used for different purposes such as furthering personal development and career opportunities. They can also be for recreational purposes. For individual course details please refer to the college website or E-mail [email protected]

Entry requirements

Entry Requirements vary depending on the course, please refer to the college website or E-mail [email protected] for details.

What you will learn

  • You'll study animal behaviour and welfare principles.
  • You'll learn how to manage and monitor wildlife habitats.
  • You'll explore conservation strategies and environmental policy.
  • You'll develop practical animal handling skills.
  • You'll study ecology and the science behind land-based environments.
  • You'll learn how to collect and analyse field data.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions and practical, hands-on work. Assessment methods vary by module and may include written assignments, practical assessments, and project work. Contact Cannington College directly for full details of how the course is assessed.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Cannington College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Animal Care Assistant, supports the daily care of animals in a range of settings.
  • Countryside Ranger, manages and protects natural habitats and wildlife areas.
  • Wildlife Conservation Officer, works to protect species and natural environments.
  • Zoo Keeper, cares for animals in wildlife parks or zoos.
  • Environmental Educator, delivers conservation education to the public.

What you could study next

  • BSc (Hons) in Animal Science or Conservation Biology, for those wanting a full honours degree and deeper specialist knowledge.
  • Postgraduate study in Conservation or Ecology, for those aiming at research or senior roles in the sector.
  • Level 3 NVQ in Animal Care, useful if you want to build practical vocational credentials alongside academic study.
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