BSc Zoology
About this course
BSc (Hons) Zoology is an undergraduate degree within the field of Zoology, focusing on the study of animal biology, behaviour, and conservation. Core topics include Data Analysis, Research Methods, Project Management, Environmental Analysis, Critical & Analytical Thinking, and Ethics & Professional Practice. Students undertake practical fieldwork in local environments such as the Lake District National Park and the Cumbrian coastline, and complete an independent research project in the final year. The first year establishes core foundations through Vertebrate Zoology, Invertebrate Zoology, Ecology for Zoologists, Animal Form and Function, Animal Conservation Practice, and Core Zoology. The second year advances scientific competencies via Exploring Research, Zoological Monitoring Techniques, Animal Behaviour, Evolution and Biogeography, British Wildlife, and Applied Zoology. The final year comprises compulsory studies in Dissertation, Professional Skills in Zoology, and Behavioural Ecology, alongside optional modules including Entomology and Parasitology, Behavioural Applications for Conservation, and Population and Community Ecology.
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Entry requirements
104-120 UCAS Tariff Points, You can find out more about the tariff and qualification options from the UCAS tariff table . Offers are tailored to the individual applicant and their circumstances and can be across the tariff range. Applicants who meet our contextual information criteria will be offered at the bottom of the range. GCSE English Language, Mathematics and Science at grade 4/C or above. Functional Skills Level 2 in English and Maths and Adult Literacy and Numeracy are also accepted. A full list of acceptable level 2 qualifications can be found here: Level 2 Acceptable Entry Requirements . GCSEs: English, Maths and Science at C/4 or above. A-levels: BBD-BBB to include Biology at C or above. T-levels: P (C+) – M. All Science subjects are accepted for entry to this course. Access to HE: 30 credits at Distinction, 6 at Merit and 9 at Pass - Science based. Scottish Highers: BBBC – AABB to include Biology. Irish LC Highers: B1, B2x3 – A2, B1x3 to include Biology. Other experience: City & Guilds Extended Diploma in Animal Management. Selection criteria: As part of the application and selection process, we are looking for your commitment to Zoology In your personal statement, you should demonstrate your motivation for choosing this course and reflect upon any experience you have gained.
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What students say
Based on about 8 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 88%
- Learning opportunities: 86%
- Assessment and feedback: 83%
- Academic support: 82%
- Organisation and management: 43%
- Learning resources: 82%
- Student voice: 74%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 20 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 90%
- Left higher education: 5%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 5%
What graduates do next
Based on about 9 graduates who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 70%
- Further study: 5%
Most common jobs
- Elementary occupations: 25%
- Sales occupations: 15%
- Conservation and environment professionals: 10%
- Science, engineering and technology associate professionals: 10%
- Administrative occupations: 10%
- Find their work meaningful: 70%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 45%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 40%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 85 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 8%
- North West: 46%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 10%
- East Midlands: 5%
- West Midlands: 2%
- East of England: 11%
- London: 2%
- South East: 7%
- South West: 2%
- Wales: 2%
- Scotland: 2%
- Northern Ireland: 2%
Who gets in
Based on about 15 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 75%
- Other HE qualification: 20%
- Other qualifications: 5%
Accreditation & quality ratings
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Bronze for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Vertebrate Zoology
- Invertebrate Zoology
- Ecology for Zoologists
- Animal Form and Function
- Animal Conservation Practice
- Core Zoology
- Exploring Research
- Zoological Monitoring Techniques
- Animal Behaviour
- Evolution and Biogeography
- British Wildlife
- Applied Zoology
- Dissertation
- Professional Skills in Zoology
- Behavioural Ecology
- Entomology and Parasitology
- Behavioural Applications for Conservation
- Population and Community Ecology
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Zoology at University of Cumbria earn?
The median salary is £24,000 after 15 months, £21,000 after 3 years, £26,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £21,000 and £31,500. The £26,500 median after five years is £2,000 more than the UK median for Zoology.
What do graduates of BSc Zoology at University of Cumbria do next?
80% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2022-23).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Zoology at University of Cumbria?
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 University of Cumbria?
The typical offer is BBD at A level. The average entrant had 114 UCAS points.
How many students continue on BSc Zoology at University of Cumbria?
90% of students continued into their second year, and 5% left higher education.