BSc (Hons) Zoology at Hartpury University

Programme overview

Immerse yourself in the theory and practical application of zoology, for a fulfilling career conserving the biodiversity of our planet and protecting animal species across the globe. You’ll explore how animals evolve, interact and function, how human activity affects animal populations, how zoos contribute to conservation, and much more. The field course module allows you to see the impact of conservation first-hand, and you get to choose whether you do this in either South Africa, Wales, or more locally, around Gloucestershire.

Duration: 3 or 4 years full time; part-time available | Study mode: full-time (part-time available) | Location: Gloucester, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

This course is comprised of both compulsory and optional modules, which you'll be able to choose from to suit your interests and career goals. You’ll study a broad range of zoology-related topics through your core modules, which will address evolution, ecology, conservation biology and the structure and function of animals. Compulsory modules include Comparative Animal Physiology, Genetics, Biodiversity and Evolution, Animal Behaviour and Welfare, Professional and Academic Skills in Animal Biology, Principles of Ecology, Management of Animal Health, Conservation Biology, Research Methods for Agricultural and Animal Scientists.

Career pathways

Graduate destinations include Instructor, Guide Dogs for the Blind; Animal Welfare Assistant, Blue Cross; Editorial Assisatant, BSAVA; Zookeeper, Bristol Zoo; Guest Experience Manager, Bristol Aquarium; Postgraduate Study - MRes Animal Behaviour and Welfare, MRes Anthrozoology.

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Application information

Entry requirements

UCAS tariff points: 112 UCAS tariff points, to include Biology. A Levels: BBC or equivalent from at least two full A Levels. This must include Biology at grade D or above. Vocational Awards: DMM in an Extended Diploma in a relevant subject. Access: 112 UCAS tariff points in an Access to Higher Education Diploma. This must include nine level 3 credits at Merit or above in Biology. International Baccalaureate: 112 UCAS tariff points in an IB Diploma, from at least two Highers at H4 or above. This must include Biology. T Level: An overall grade of Distinction, to include grade C or above in the Core component in a Science subject. T Level subjects considered are Animal Care and Management (Science Pathway), Healthcare Science and Science. Health will be considered on an individual basis.

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,790 a year (2026/27). Full-time undergraduate degree fee (UK, ROI, Crown Dependencies, BOT); integrated placement year charged at 20% of the course fee Source

International applicants: GBP 17,250 a year (2026/27). International tuition fee for BSc degrees; integrated placement year charged at 20% of the course fee Source

Duration: 3 or 4 years full time; part-time available

Apply through the official page: https://digital.ucas.com/coursedisplay/courses/ed20c882-12b7-1d18-c9bf-d6c7cac4afa5?academicYearId=2027

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