BSc Zoology with Placement
About this course
BSc (Hons) Zoology with Placement is an undergraduate zoology degree exploring animal biology, behaviour, and conservation. Core topics include Data Analysis, Research Methods, Project Management, and Critical & Analytical Thinking. The programme includes a compulsory sandwich placement year undertaken in the third year of study. The first year covers foundational principles through Vertebrate Zoology, Invertebrate Zoology, Ecology for Zoologists, and Animal Form and Function. The second year progresses to advanced methods with Exploring Research, Zoological Monitoring Techniques, Animal Behaviour, and Evolution and Biogeography. The third year is dedicated to the placement block. The final year involves an independent Dissertation and Professional Skills in Zoology, alongside optional modules such as 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, as well as Adult Literacy and Numeracy, are also accepted. 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 6 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 98%
- Learning opportunities: 92%
- Assessment and feedback: 97%
- Academic support: 88%
- Organisation and management: 67%
- Learning resources: 92%
- Student voice: 81%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 25 students who started, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 85%
- Left higher education: 15%
What graduates do next
Based on about 18 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 75%
- Working and studying: 5%
- Further study: 5%
- Unemployed: 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 10 students who started, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 90%
- Other qualifications: 10%
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
- Placement Qualificatory Unit
- Placement Qualificatory Unit
- 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 with Placement 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 with Placement at University of Cumbria do next?
85% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2022-23).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Zoology with Placement at University of Cumbria?
98% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2024-25.
What grades do I need for BSc Zoology with Placement at University of Cumbria?
The typical offer is BBD at A level. The average entrant had 114 UCAS points.
Does BSc Zoology with Placement at University of Cumbria include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has a compulsory placement year.
How many students continue on BSc Zoology with Placement at University of Cumbria?
85% of students continued into their second year, and 15% left higher education.