Higher education
Explore our tertiary education sessions. These can complement a range of further and higher education courses focusing on animal management, animal sciences, human-animal interaction, conservation, zoology and more!
Role of the modern zoo
Join us to learn more about the role of a modern zoo. RZSS 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 bringing people closer to nature, our conservation work and how we work with others to fulfil this vision.
Availability: Edinburgh Zoo and Highland Wildlife Park
Duration: Choose from:
- 50mins (indoor only)
- 1hr 50mins (indoor with outdoor tour)
Maximum class size: 180
Animal welfare and vet care
Learn about how our keepers and vets monitor our animals and to support the welfare of the species in our care. Extend your session by allowing your learners to complete a practical animal welfare assessment task, with a follow-up promoting critical thinking and discussion on how zoos can promote natural behaviours.
Availability: Edinburgh Zoo and Highland Wildlife Park
Duration: Choose from:
- 50mins (indoor only)
- 1hr 50mins (indoor with outdoor tour)
- 2hr 20mins (indoor with outdoor tour and welfare assessment task)
Maximum class size: 180
Animal behaviour
Our understanding of animal behaviour is constantly advancing. Join us as we discuss behavioural study methods, and share the importance of observing behaviour and analysing data. Choose to extend your session with a tour and/or an independent practical activity allowing learners to complete a pilot study for a behavioural research project of their own.
Availability: Edinburgh Zoo and Highland Wildlife Park
Duration: Choose from:
- 50mins (indoor only)
- 1hr 50mins (indoor with outdoor tour)
- 2hr 20mins (indoor with outdoor tour and behavioural research task)
Maximum class size: 180
Themed tours
We can create custom tours that fit a wide range of learning contexts. If you have a particular learning need, please email education@rzss.org.uk to discuss if our expert team can tailor a tour to bring the topic of your choice to life!
Availability: Edinburgh Zoo and Highland Wildlife Park
Duration: 50mins (outdoors only)
Maximum class size: 33
Zoo studies
Learn more about the roles of zoos in conservation whilst engaging in the exciting world of behavioural, all from the comfort of your own home.
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Advanced higher biology projects
Are you studying Advanced Higher Biology?
Did you know that you can apply to complete your investigation at Edinburgh Zoo or Highland Wildlife Park?
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Teacher resources
Use our free resources, which include interactive games, quizzes, and practical and written tasks to deepen and expand your learners' experiences!
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