Zoo Biology | Nottingham Trent University

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Course summary

This course represents a unique opportunity for you to study a wider range of species than those covered in traditional Zoology degrees. Your learning will focus on the biology of exotic species, namely non-domestic and non-UK wildlife, and how to apply this to all aspects of the management and conservation of captive populations.

The course includes field trips to UK zoos and wildlife parks, with an additional final year residential field course. Previous locations have included Scotland and South Africa.

Core scientific study is supported by our specialist Animal Unit. This purpose-built centre houses approximately 250 animals of 70 species, including various exotic species.

NTU is a member of the European Association of Zoos and Aquaria (EAZA) and the British and Irish Association of Zoos and Aquariums (BIAZA). We are also a teaching provider for zoo animal record keeping via the Zoological Information Management System (ZIMS).

How to apply

Application codes

Course code:: C303
Institution code:: N91

Open days

Nottingham Trent University: London Campus - 28 February Open Day
28 Feb 2026, 10:00
London
Nottingham Trent University - 7 March Open Day
7 Mar 2026, 09:00
Nottingham
Nottingham Trent University - 25 April Open Day
25 Apr 2026, 08:00
Nottingham
Nottingham Trent University: London Campus – 9 May Open Day
9 May 2026, 09:00
London

Historical entry grades data BETA

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Data from:
This course and 6 other animal science courses: Date range:
2022-2024

Offer rate for UK school & college leavers

97% Students aged 17/18 who applied to this course were offered a place.

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Student Outcomes

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70 Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)

95 Go onto work and study

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