**Interested in protecting endangered species, safeguarding habitats or encouraging greater understanding of animals in the wild and in captivity? Our degree helps you build the intellectual, professional, personal and technical skills you need.**
**KEY FEATURES OF THE COURSE:**
- **ACCREDITATION:** Our Zoology course was one of the first of its kind in the country to receive accreditation from the Royal Society of Biology, an accolade which carries significant weight within the sector and is only granted after a rigorous independent assessment. We also have a...
**Interested in protecting endangered species, safeguarding habitats or encouraging greater understanding of animals in the wild and in captivity? Our degree helps you build the intellectual, professional, personal and technical skills you need.**<br/><br/>**KEY FEATURES OF THE COURSE:**<br/><br/><br/>- **ACCREDITATION:** Our Zoology course was one of the first of its kind in the country to receive accreditation from the Royal Society of Biology, an accolade which carries significant weight within the sector and is only granted after a rigorous independent assessment. We also have accredited degree pathway status from the Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management (CIEEM). <br/><br/><br/>- **IN-DEPTH KNOWLEDGE:** Focusing on animal biology, our Zoology course covers a broad range of topics such as wildlife conservation, ecology and animal behaviour. You’ll also cover the sciences that underpin genetics, biochemistry and statistics. <br/><br/><br/>- **TAILORED TO YOU:** Our extensive range of optional modules allows you to tailor the course to meet your career ambitions. <br/><br/><br/>- **FACILITIES:** Develop vital scientific skills in our high-spec laboratories, insectary, aquatic research facility (created in partnership with SeaLife, Birmingham) and dedicated student research lab. <br/><br/><br/>- **FIELDWORK WITH PURPOSE:** Our Zoology students have conducted ecological projects in Majorca, and undertaken scientific investigations in the Maldives. Costs of mandatory fieldtrips in optional modules are included in your tuition fees.<br/><br/><br/>- **RAISE YOUR PROFILE IN INDUSTRY:** You’ll have the opportunity to undertake work placements with a broad range of employers from zoos and wildlife parks to museums, conservation organisations, ecological consultancies and government bodies. You could also get involved in voluntary work with Zoology related industries and the wider community, contributing to initiatives which help safeguard local nature sites and improve the regions green spaces. <br/><br/><br/>- **EXPERT TEACHING:** You’ll learn from a research-active and dedicated teaching team, many of whom speak at global conferences, publish influential papers and serve on the editorial boards of scientific journals.<br/><br/><br/>**WHAT YOULL COVER:**<br/>- Your first year provides an introduction to themes such as biodiversity and ecophysiology, genetics and evolution and ecology. In your second and third years, we take your knowledge to an advanced level by exploring subjects such as microbial ecology, habitat management, field biology, wildlife conservation, tropical marine biology, and ecological consultancy. <br/><br/>**HOW YOURE ASSESSED:**<br/><br/><br/>- Assessments vary and include computer-based assessments, scientific posters, oral presentations, professional reports, essays, making short videos, fieldwork and laboratory reports, as well as traditional written examinations.<br/><br/><br/>**YOUR CAREER:**<br/><br/><br/>- Our focus is on ensuring you develop strong intellectual, technical and personal skills to build an impressive CV and meet the needs of employers. Recent graduates have gone on to work in zoos, wildlife parks, wildlife trusts, ecology, marine science, the Environment Agency, veterinary practices and environmental consultancy. In addition, our zoology course provides an excellent preparation if you would like to move on to further study, including medical qualifications, a masters degree or a PhD.<br/><br/><br/>**STUDY OPTIONS:**<br/><br/><br/>- This course is available with a Foundation Year option.<br/><br/><br/>- This course is available with an Industrial Placement Year.<br/>
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Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
09/2025
Campus
Main Site
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Course Code
C300
Institution Code
D39
Points of Entry
Year 1
UCAS Tariff128 We encourage you to outline all your qualifications and achievements in your application to provide us a full picture. Your offer will typically be based on your predicted and/or achieved grades from full level 3 qualifications or above e.g. A levels, BTEC Ext Diploma, Access to HE, etc. Any subject specifics are outlined below in the A-levels section, and these specifics are applicable across all equivalent qualifications. A strong application/performance and appropriate experience will be taken into account where typical criteria is not met. Access to HE DiplomaD:15,M:24,P:6 Pass Access to HE Diploma with 60 credits with 45 at Level 3. Must include passes in compulsory L3 subjects Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)DDM GCSE/National 4/National 5GCSE Maths and English Grade 4/Grade C (or above) or equivalent qualification A levelT Level |
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England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands | £9,250 | 2024/25 | Year 1 | |
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