Sarah Armstrong
Sarah Armstrong Lecturer/Course Manager Sarah graduated from the University of Leeds with a BSc Biology (Hons) and also from Manchester Metropolitan University with an MSc Animal Behaviour. She worked as a zookeeper in the UK for over 6 years mostly at Knowsley Safari, Liverpool, but also Blackpool Zoo, working with a range of taxa but […]
Jessica Harley
Jessica Harley Lecturer and Course Manager Jessica has a Master of Research from the University of Chester and ten years of academic and industry research experience. She is the former Chair of the British and Irish Association of Zoos and Aquariums (BIAZA) Animal Welfare Working Group (2016-2022) and co-editor of the BIAZA Animal Welfare Toolkit, […]
Graduate works to empower young conservationists
Graduate works to empower young conservationists As Chair of Chester Zoo’s groundbreaking Youth Board, BSc Zoo Management graduate Felix Rowan-Young has been instrumental in ensuring that the opinions of young conservationists are heard across the world famous zoo and further afield. Felix and fellow board members were recruited to the UK’s first zoo-based Youth Board […]
Ellie Rose
Ellie Rose Programme Leader for Animal Sciences Ellie has a BSc (Hons) in Zoology from the University of Wales, Bangor, spending the second year at Oregon State University. She completed her Master’s thesis at Western Washington University, where she also spent two years as a teaching assistant on Zoology, Ecology and Herpetology courses. She has […]
Matt Cruxton
Matt Cruxton Foundation Degree Animal Management (Behaviour and Welfare) BSc (Hons) in Zoo Management Animal Keeper, Reaseheath Zoo “I’ve spent six years at Reaseheath College and at UCR. Each year has been surprisingly different but I’ve enjoyed every minute and feel I’ve achieved a lot.” “The experiences I’ve had will shape my future life. After […]
BSc (Hons) in Veterinary Nursing
BSc (Hons) in Veterinary Nursing As the range of responsibilities held by veterinary nurses increases, practices are looking for veterinary nurses qualified at degree level to fulfil this requirement. If you have the motivation and commitment to build a career within the veterinary nursing profession, this degree is for you. Course Overview Accredited by the […]
Access to Higher Education Diploma (Land Based Studies)
Access to Higher Education Diploma (Land Based Studies) If you have a thirst for knowledge and the motivation to achieve the qualifications you need for degree level study, we can support you on your academic journey. Our flexible Access to Higher Education Diploma is a nationally recognised qualification designed for ambitious students like you wanting […]
BSc (Hons) Zoo Management (Top-Up)
BSc (Hons) Zoo Management (Top-Up) Do you dream of an exciting and rewarding career in the zoo industry? Gain the industry relevant experience and professional skills you need at UCR. This one-year course is an opportunity for zoo biologists and animal scientists to further specialise and hone their skills gained from Level 5 study […]
Foundation Degree Zoo Management
FdSc Zoo Management Would you love an exciting and rewarding career in the zoo industry? At UCR you benefit from a unique combination of academic study with industry focused training in the management of zoo animals. The course includes career-focused modules such as captive breeding and record keeping, zoo animal training and animal health and […]
Foundation Degree in Animal Management (Behaviour and Welfare)
FdSc Animal Management (Behaviour and Welfare) Do you want to explore a career with captive domestic or exotic animals that aspires to the highest standards of welfare and behavioural diversity? Students have regular access to the zoo-licensed animal centre facilities at University Centre Reaseheath, which boasts a range of exotic zoo species, in addition to […]