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BSc Zoology

University of Roehampton London, United Kingdom
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Course Overview

From the smallest organisms, birds and primates, to biodiversity, aquatic biology, habitat management and the threat of climate change, on our BSc Zoology youll study a wide range of fascinating animals and how they interact with their environments. The course covers the evolution, anatomy, physiology, behavior and ecology of animals, along with how to care for and conserve them. You will gain an expert understanding of modern zoology in all its forms, from conservation management to paleoanthropology to molecular biology. With a strong emphasis on practical work, you will have plenty of opportunities to work in the field, both locally and overseas, to gain valuable skills for your career. The degree is taught by leading biologists, ecologists, zoologists, biomedical scientists and anthropologists who have links to the Wetlands Centre in Barnes, international wildlife trusts and citizen science projects such as the River fly Partnership. Our zoology academics from the Department of Life Sciences are dedicated to understanding and improving the living world through ground-breaking advances in scientific research. They have discovered new chameleon species in Tanzania, reintroduced Iguanas back into the wild, and studied parkour athletes as a way to find out how apes travel effectively through tree-tops. You can read more about their amazing work and research here.

General Eligibility

  • passes in two distinct subjects at GCE Advanced Level; or

  • a pass in one subject at GCE Advanced Level plus (a) passes in two distinct subjects at GCE Advanced Subsidiary Level, or (b) a Vocational A-Level Single Award, or (c) two Vocational A-Level part Awards;

  • a Vocational A-Level Double Award; or

  • a Vocational A-Level Single Award plus (a) two Vocational A-Level part Awards, or (b) passes in two distinct subjects at GCE Advanced Subsidiary Level; or

  • a BTEC National Certificate or Diploma; or

  • a completed T-Level award; or

  • a Scottish Certificate of Education with (a) passes in five subjects, including at least three at a Higher grade, or (b) passes in four subjects all at a Higher grade or New Higher grade; or

  • the full Diploma of the International Baccalaureate; or

  • an Irish Leaving Certificate with passes in four subjects at Grade C at the Higher level.

Part Time Work Details

20 Hours of Work permit weekly for international students.

What You'll Study

1 Year 1

Introduction to Evolution

  • Chemistry of Life

  • Biometrics: Physiology, Statistics and Maths

  • Cell Biology

  • Diversity of Life

  • Core Skills in ZoologyIntroduction to Evolution

  • Chemistry of Life

  • Biometrics: Physiology, Statistics and Maths

  • Cell Biology

  • Diversity of Life

  • Core Skills in Zoology

2 Year 2

Required modules:

  • Biosciences Field Course

  • Understanding Behaviour

  • Comparative Zoology

  • Ecology and Evolution

  • Biosciences Research Methods

Optional module:

  • Humans and other Primates

  • Molecular Biology: Theory and Practice

Work Placement Year:

  • Work Placement Year

3 Year 3

Compulsory modules:

  • Biosciences Independent Study

  • Biosciences Research Project

Optional modules:

  • Palaeoanthropology

  • Conservation, People and Wildlife: South African Field Course

  • Human Osteology and Diversity

  • Primate Behaviour and Cognition

  • Advances in Molecular Biology and Biotechnology

  • Conservation Ecology

  • Aquatic and Invertebrate Biology

  • Molecular Ecology

  • Data Analysis for Zoologists and Bioscientists

  • Animal Behaviour and Welfare

Field Work Methods in Ecology

  • Earth in Crisis: Interdisciplinary Approaches

Language Requirement

  • IELTS5.5
  • TOEFL59
  • PTE50
  • Duolingo69

1. GCSE requirement: Maths, Grade C

2. IELTS 6.0 overall with a minimum of 5.5 in each component.

Additional Information

This course is available: 4 years (full-time) if opting for the additional placement year 4 years (full-time) if opting for Foundation Year entry

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