BSc (Hons) Zoology at Keele University

Whether you're passionate about animal biology, environmental challenges, or scientific discovery, our Zoology degree offers a broad understanding of the diversity of life, with a focus on animals, their evolution and conservation. With access to our 600-acre diverse campus, state-of-the-art David Attenborough Laboratories, use of statistical, bioinformatic and GIS analyses, and dedicated employability modules, you will gain the knowledge, skills and experience to pursue an exciting career in the biological sciences.

Faculty: Faculty of Natural Sciences  |  Department: School of Life Sciences  |  Duration: 3 years or 4 years with international or placement year  |  Study mode: full-time; placement year option  |  Intake: 2027 entry  |  Location: Keele, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1 compulsory 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, (0 credits). Year 2 compulsory modules: Field Biology (15 credits), Animal Behaviour (15 credits), Geographic Information Science and Remote Sensing (15 credits), Research and Analytical Skills, (15 credits), Animal Adaptations (15 credits), Animal Nutrition and Health (15 credits), Practical and Professional Skills in Bioscience (15 credits). Year 3 compulsory modules: Research Project (30 credits), Employability and Communication Skills in Bioscience (15 credits), Current Topics in Zoology (15 credits).

Career pathways

On successful completion of the programme, you will build a suite of academic and employability skills that will prepare you for workplaces such as ecological consultancy, government bodies, conservation research, museums and zoos. Key skill you will acquire include: Communication skills through written, spoken and graphical means Data collection, management and analysis skills Practical skills in the lab and field Problem-solving and creative thinking skills Independent research skills Teamworking skills IT skills - such as bioinformatics and Geographic Information Sciences (GIS) Find out more about our careers and employability services , including career planning, alumni mentoring, jobs, internships, starting your own business and much more. insert-e start insert-e end

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