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Higher Education Courses

Higher education partnerships are key to training future conservationists.

From Undergrad to postgrad degrees, we are pleased to teach, support and co-develop degrees and content with a range of universities.

Scroll down to explore our current co-developed courses. 

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Bangor University: BSc (Hons) Zoology with Animal Management

 

  • Started in 2024, this collaboration is a 3rd year module on site at the zoo.

  • Hosted in the first semester the Advanced in Animal Management module covers animal behaviour, nutrition and zoological management.

  • The module’s zoo assessment is also held on site with zoo staff assisting in supporting and reviewing.

  • The BSc also allows students to undertake a year in industry, which the zoo is proud to have supported for over a decade.

 

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University of Chester: PGCert in Conservation & Sustainability Education

 

  • A collaboration between Chester Zoo and the University of Chester

  • This Masters level qualification is designed for educators (formal or informal) and conservation practitioners wanting to lead, design, deliver and evaluate education programmes in conservation & sustainability.

  • This certificate is delivered online and part-time to allow participants to work while studying.
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Manchester Metropolitan University: MSc Zoo Conservation Biology

 

  • This is a long-term partnership between Chester Zoo and Manchester Metropolitan University (MMU) which has existed for over 15 years.

  • Chester Zoo is proud to run the Zoo Conservation module on site where students will study with us over six days.

  • Aimed at individuals who have an interest in working in a modern zoo and zoological conservation management.

  • Students benefit from the chance to undertake short-term placements at the zoo across our animal teams.
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University of Liverpool: MSc Wildlife Health and Conservation

  • A new collaboration between the University of Liverpool and Chester Zoo, combining academic study with applied conservation science expertise.

  • Chester Zoo supports the MSc in Wildlife Health and Conservation through specialist teaching informed by active conservation science programmes.

  • Designed for those pursuing leadership careers in animal health and welfare, conservation and species management.

  • Students benefit from experts from Liverpool’s Institute of Infection, Veterinary & Ecological Sciences alongside Chester Zoo’s specialist teams.
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