Higher education

We have a bold vision to create a world where nature is protected, valued and loved. Join us as we discuss the important role that our wildlife conservation charity plays in brining people closer to nature, our active conservation work and how we engage with others to fulfil this vision. This is followed by an independent collection planning activity and subsequent discussion to support critical thinking.

Availability: Edinburgh Zoo and Highland Wildlife Park

Duration of lesson: 90 minutes

Maximum class size: 180

Curriculum links: 
Suitable for those learners 16+, studying at SCQF 7+. Including those courses focusing on animal management, animal sciences, human-animal interaction, conservation, zoology

Learning for sustainability goals: 
3. Good Health and Wellbeing 
9. Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure 
10. Reduced Inequalities 
11. Sustainable Cities and Communities 
12. Responsible Consumption and Production 
13. Climate Action 
14. Life Below Water 
15. Life on Land 
17. Partnership for the Goals

Join us to learn more about the role of a modern zoo. Animal Welfare is central to our role as a responsible zoo and vital to our mission, so the theory is followed by a practical animal welfare assessment task and subsequent discussion to promote critical thinking and discuss how we can promote natural behaviours. 

Availability: Edinburgh Zoo and Highland Wildlife Park

Duration of lesson: 90 minutes at Edinburgh Zoo, 120 minutes at Highland Wildlife Park

Maximum class size: 180

Curriculum links: 
Suitable for those learners 16+, studying at SCQF 7+,
Including those courses focusing on animal management, animal sciences, human-animal interaction, conservation, zoology

Learning for sustainability goals: 
3. Good Health and Wellbeing
9. Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
10. Reduced Inequalities
11. Sustainable Cities and Communities
12. Responsible Consumption and Production
13. Climate Action
14. Life Below Water
15. Life on Land
17. Partnership for the Goals
 

Our understanding and observation strategies of animal behaviour are constantly evolving. Join us as we discuss behavioural study methods, share the importance of observing behaviour and data analysis. This is followed by an independent practical activity and supported discussion of findings.

Availability: Edinburgh Zoo and Highland Wildlife Park

Duration of lesson: 90 minutes

Maximum Class Size: 180

We can create custom tours that fit a wide range of learning contexts including learning for sustainability, numeracy, life on our planet, rainforests and other habitats. Please email education@rzss.org.uk to discuss how our expert team can meet the needs of your learners!