BSc Zoology
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Zoology, a zoology degree centred on the biological study of animals, their physiology, behaviour, and ecosystems. Core topics include Fieldwork, Laboratory Techniques, Data Analysis, Statistics, Research Methods, and Project Management. Students undertake residential field trips and a substantial independent final-year research project. The first year covers foundational subjects through Animal Physiology and Behaviour, Introduction to Ecology and Conservation, Principles of Biology, and Quantitative Techniques and Tools for Biologists. The second year builds core competencies with Invertebrate Biology, Vertebrate Biology, Principles of Genetics and Evolution, and Field Skills in Biology alongside GIS and Spatial Ecology, while offering optional modules such as Animal Health and Disease and Evolutionary Bases of Behaviour. The final year centers on the Undergraduate Major Project alongside compulsory advanced studies in Comparative Ecophysiology and Wildlife Conservation. Optional modules in the final year allow students to explore specialised topics including Population Ecology and Wildlife Management, Tropical Ecology and Management, Behavioural Ecology, and Zoos and Zoo Animal Management.
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Entry requirements
120-104 UCAS Tariff points. We accept A Levels, T Levels, BTECs, OCR, Access to HE and most other qualifications within the UCAS Tariff. Must include a pass in Biology at A level or equivalent level. 3 GCSEs at grade C, or grade 4, or above, including English and Maths. If English is not your first language you will be expected to demonstrate a certificated level of proficiency of at least IELTS 6.0 (Academic level) or equivalent English Language qualification, as recognised by Anglia Ruskin University. BTEC Extended Diploma in Animal Management at grade Distinction, Merit, Merit (112 UCAS Tariff Points) is accepted. Applicants must have also successfully completed specific modules (listed at the foot of this page). BTEC Extended Diploma in Applied Science at grade Distinction, Merit, Merit is accepted. International Baccalaureate Diploma with a minimum of 24 points is accepted, this must include Biology at Higher level. UCAS Tariff Points from Access to HE Diplomas in one of the following subjects are accepted: Animal Management, Biological Science, Biological and Environmental Science, Combined Science, Environmental Science, Applied Science, Science for Health Practitioners, Land-Based Studies. Harlow College Access to HE Diploma: Life Science is also accepted. UCAS Tariff points from Scottish Advanced Highers are accepted, this must include a Pass in a related subject. UCAS Tariff points from Scottish Highers are accepted, this must include a Pass in a related subject. UCAS Tariff points from the Irish Leaving Certificate are accepted, this must include a Pass at Higher level in a related subject. UCAS Tariff points acquired from the International Baccalaureate Certificate are accepted, this must include Biology at Higher level. The European Baccalaureate at a minimum overall grade of 60% is accepted, this must include Biology at Higher level. HNC qualifications in a related subject are accepted. HND qualifications in a related subject are accepted. City and Guilds Level 3 Advanced Technical Extended Diploma in Animal Management with a final grade of Distinction. Applicants must have also successfully completed specific modules, please contact the Admissions office at admissions@anglia.ac.uk for further information. We require a final grade of DMM in the BTEC Extended Diploma in Animal Management. We require the following eight mandatory units and an additional seven optional units to be completed, with at least four of these to come from the recommend
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What students say
Based on about 10 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 88%
- Learning opportunities: 86%
- Assessment and feedback: 88%
- Academic support: 100%
- Organisation and management: 90%
- Learning resources: 97%
- Student voice: 83%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 15 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 80%
- Left higher education: 20%
What graduates do next
Based on about 8 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 60%
- Working and studying: 5%
- Unemployed: 25%
Most common jobs
- Conservation and environment professionals: 20%
- Sales occupations: 20%
- Science, engineering and technology associate professionals: 20%
- Business and public service associate professionals: 20%
- Animal care and control services: 10%
- Find their work meaningful: 85%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 35%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 40%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 105 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 1%
- North West: 1%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 3%
- East Midlands: 5%
- West Midlands: 4%
- East of England: 58%
- London: 8%
- South East: 12%
- South West: 6%
- Wales: 2%
- Northern Ireland: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 10 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 100%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Recognised by the Royal Society of Biology for the purpose of associate membership.
TEF 2023 (whole university): Gold overall, Gold for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Animal Physiology and Behaviour
- Introduction to Ecology and Conservation
- Principles of Biology
- Quantitative Techniques and Tools for Biologists
- Personal and Professional Development - Level 4
- Into ARU
- Invertebrate Biology
- Vertebrate Biology
- Principles of Genetics and Evolution
- Ruskin Module
- Biological Research Skills
- Field Skills in Biology
- GIS and Spatial Ecology
- Professional and Personal Development - Level 5
- Animal Health and Disease
- Evolutionary Bases of Behaviour
- Undergraduate Major Project
- Comparative Ecophysiology
- Wildlife Conservation
- Population Ecology and Wildlife Management
- Tropical Ecology and Management
- Behavioural Ecology
- Biogeography
- Zoos and Zoo Animal Management
- Professional Field Ecology
- Sustainable Land Management
- Applied Animal Behaviour and Animal Welfare
- Human-Animal Interactions
- Cognition, Evolution and Behaviour
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Zoology at Anglia Ruskin University earn?
The median salary is £24,000 after 15 months, £19,000 after 3 years, £24,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £20,000 and £31,000. The £24,500 median after five years is the same as the UK median for Zoology.
What do graduates of BSc Zoology at Anglia Ruskin University do next?
65% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2022-23).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Zoology at Anglia Ruskin University?
88% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2024-25.
What grades do I need for BSc Zoology at Anglia Ruskin University?
The typical offer is 24 points in the IB. The average entrant had 124 UCAS points.
Is BSc Zoology at Anglia Ruskin University accredited?
Yes. Recognised by the Royal Society of Biology for the purpose of associate membership.
Does BSc Zoology at Anglia Ruskin University include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has a compulsory placement year.
How many students continue on BSc Zoology at Anglia Ruskin University?
80% of students continued into their second year, and 20% left higher education.