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BSc Zoology

Keele University

Institution
Keele University
Level
undergraduate
Subject
Zoology
Duration
3-4 years
UCAS code
C300
Typical offer
A-level ABB, IB 32

Entry requirements

A level: ABB in three A levels including B in one Science subject from the Keele Defined Sciences List IB: 655 in three Higher Levels including one Science subject from the Keele Defined Sciences List , or 32 points including one Higher Level Science subject from the Keele Defined Sciences List

About this course

BSc (Hons) in Zoology, covering animal biology, ecology, and conservation. Core topics include data analysis, laboratory techniques, research methods, fieldwork, communication and writing, and critical and analytical thinking. A summer field course develops species identification and surveying skills across terrestrial and marine habitats. In the final year, students complete a research project and present their findings at an undergraduate research conference.

Modules

  • Animal Physiology and Anatomy (30 credits)
  • The World of Animals (15 credits)
  • Cells, Genetics and Evolution (30 credits)
  • Exploring Animal Diversity (15 credits)
  • Ecology (30 credits)
  • Practical and Academic Skills in Bioscience
  • Field Biology (15 credits)
  • Animal Behaviour (15 credits)
  • Geographic Information Science and Remote Sensing (15 credits)
  • Research and Analytical Skills
  • Animal Adaptations (15 credits)
  • Animal Nutrition and Health (15 credits)
  • Practical and Professional Skills in Bioscience (15 credits)
  • Microbes, Viruses and Parasites (15 credits)
  • Biodiversity Crisis (15 credits)
  • Flexible Work Placement (Level 5) (15 credits)
  • Applications of Molecular Biology (15 credits)
  • Molecular Ecology and Plant Genetics (15 credits)
  • Research Project (30 credits)
  • Employability and Communication Skills in Bioscience (15 credits)
  • Current Topics in Zoology (15 credits)
  • Tropical Biology Field Course (15 credits)
  • Insect Ecology and Pest Management (15 credits)
  • Applied GIS (15 credits)
  • Animals and Society (15 credits)
  • Human Evolution (15 credits)
  • Animal Welfare (15 credits)
  • Extinction! (15 credits)
  • Environmental and Wildlife Forensics (15 credits)
  • Flexible Work Placement (Level 6) (15 credits)
  • Professional Experience in Education (15 credits)