**With increasing concern about protecting natural habits, there is much to learn about the biology and behaviour of animals and species. Pursue for passion for the animal kingdom with our BSc (Hons) Zoology degree.**
Taking you from the laboratory to the field, our highly-focused degree will develop your knowledge of concepts at the forefront of zoological science, biological processes, animal behaviour and ecosystem interaction.
**Build in-demand scientific knowledge and skills**
Accredited by the Royal Society of Biology, our course will help you to build ...
**With increasing concern about protecting natural habits, there is much to learn about the biology and behaviour of animals and species. Pursue for passion for the animal kingdom with our BSc (Hons) Zoology degree.** <br/><br/>Taking you from the laboratory to the field, our highly-focused degree will develop your knowledge of concepts at the forefront of zoological science, biological processes, animal behaviour and ecosystem interaction.<br/><br/>**Build in-demand scientific knowledge and skills** <br/>Accredited by the Royal Society of Biology, our course will help you to build knowledge of key biological processes, biodiversity and ecosystems, while developing practical skills in our Bodmer laboratories and through field work. In your final year, you will choose specialist modules that suit your areas of interest and complete a research project based on a subject topic of your choice. <br/><br/>**Get closer to industry**<br/>Focusing on real-world issues, we put fieldwork at the heart of your learning experience. In recent years, students have taken part in residential trips to Cumbria, Yorkshire, Shropshire and Gambia. We also regularly invite zoology professionals and practitioners to share their knowledge through guest lectures.<br/><br/>On this course, you will also have the option to include an industry placement between years two and three. Previous zoology students have completed placements with public health laboratories, wildlife trust, or research organisations such as the Centre for Ecology and Hydrology, MAFF and Central Veterinary Laboratory.<br/><br/>**Features**<br/>• Experience residential field trips opportunities<br/>• Choose to include an industry placement and gain real-world context for your studies<br/>• Part-time study option available<br/>• Accredited by the Royal Society of Biology
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
09/2025
Campus
Peel Park Campus
Application deadline
Provider Details
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Course Code
C300
Institution Code
S03
Points of Entry
Year 1
UCAS Tariff104 112 Scottish Higher104-112 UCAS points from Higher Level, including Higher Level Biology Access to HE Diploma104-112 UCAS points from a QAA Approved Level 3 Access to HE Diploma in a suitable Science subject. International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme30 Including grade 4 in Higher Level Biology. Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)DMM Suitable Science subject, including Biology. Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)104-112 UCAS points from Higher Level, including Higher Level Biology. GCSE/National 4/National 5Grade C or 4 (or above) in GCSE Maths and English is required. Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)D*D D*D* Suitable Science subject, including Biology. ASOnly accepted alongside at least two full A levels. Extended ProjectOnly acceptable alongside other A level equivalent qualifications. Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)Only acceptable alongside other A level equivalent qualifications. Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)Only acceptable alongside other A level equivalent qualifications. Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)Only acceptable alongside other A level equivalent qualifications. A level104-112 UCAS points. At least two full A levels required, including grade C in A level Biology. A Pass in the practical element of Science A levels is required. |
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