MSci Zoology with Integrated Master's at Keele University

Our four-year Zoology with Integrated Master's weaves master's-level research, analytical and technical skills into your undergraduate journey. From ecology to conservation, you will explore advanced research topics, and put your learning into practice using our cutting-edge laboratories and rich campus environment. In your final year, an extended research project will be of particular value if you are looking to pursue a research career, work in industry or the wider bioscience sector.

Faculty: Faculty of Natural Sciences  |  Department: School of Life Sciences  |  Duration: 4 years or 5 years with international or placement year  |  Study mode: full-time (integrated master's); placement year option  |  Intake: 2027 entry  |  Location: Keele, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1 compulsory modules: Animal Physiology and Anatomy, The World of Animals, Practical and Academic Skills in Bioscience, Cells, Genetics and Evolution, Ecology, Exploring Animal Diversity. Year 2 compulsory modules: Geographic Information Science and Remote Sensing, Animal Behaviour, Field Biology, Practical and Professional Skills in Bioscience, Research and Analytical Skills, Animal Adaptations, Animal Nutrition and Health. Year 3 compulsory modules: Research Project, Employability and Communication Skills in Bioscience, Current Topics in Zoology.

Career pathways

On successful completion of this programme, you will develop master's-level research, technical, analytical, problem solving and communication skills. You will also gain strong interdisciplinary scientific knowledge, alongside advanced field, and laboratory work.

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