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Saint Francis University Bachelor of Arts in Aquarium and Zoo Science
Saint Francis University

Bachelor of Arts in Aquarium and Zoo Science

Loretto, USA

4 Years

English

Full time

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Aug 2024

USD 39,820 / per year *

On-Campus

* tuition flat rate, 12-18 credits per semester. Additional fees apply

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Introduction

Turn your passion for animals into a fulfilling career.

The Aquarium and Zoo Science major is a B.A. degree program with a heavy emphasis on biology, animal husbandry, and psychology. Hands-on coursework includes animal care, animal nutrition, vertebrate zoology, invertebrate zoology, microbiology, genetics, and marine biology.

In this program, you will gain practical experience geared to what employers in this industry need.

  • hands-on courses with animal care projects on and off-campus
  • dedicated animal care practicum experience and a tailored internship
  • career-enhancing student clubs that align with your goals
hands-on experience with animals on-campus and at local wildlife facilities1,500-gallon aquarium on campus large enough to hold a diveranimal care practicum and hands-on internship built into the program

Hands-on Experience

Our 1,500-gallon aquarium is large enough for a single diver to enter, and students are involved in the operation of the large-scale filtration system needed to maintain it. Access to materials in the on-campus marine lab allows students to do discipline-specific research.

The SFU Learning Experience

As you progress through our curriculum, you will not only learn how to provide care to animals but also develop a strong foundation in Franciscan ethics and values.

As an Aquarium and Zoo Science major, you will gain practical experience geared to what employers in this industry need.

  • hands-on courses with animal care projects on and off-campus
  • an official animal care practicum experience and a tailored internship
  • career-enhancing student clubs that align with your goals

Professional Affiliations

  • Saint Francis University is the official Conservation Partner of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA)
  • Saint Francis University is an Academic Support Organization for the Association of Minority Zoo & Aquarium Professionals (AMZAP)

Clubs & Honor Society Involvement

SCUBA: Students learn to scuba dive or continue to build diving skills while exploring the fascinating underwater world (invaluable experience for those pursuing employment in aquariums after graduation).

Environmental Action Society: This organization promotes environmental education and outreach to the students, faculty, and staff of Saint Francis University as well as to the community at large. Members also have fun in the environment while preserving it!

Biology Club: This club is designed to help students prepare for their future in the sciences as well as to offer opportunities to participate in fellowship and networking activities.

TriBeta Biological Honor Society: Saint Francis is home to the Upsilon Beta Chapter of Beta Beta Beta, the National Biological Honor Society. Numerous student members have received research scholarship grants from the TriBeta national office and presented their research at the District Convention.

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