BSc (Hons) Zoology at Newcastle University

Programme overview

Study all aspects of animal life with an in-depth and practical degree in zoology. Develop your scientific knowledge and learn about the fundamentals of zoology. Our Zoology BSc degree will prepare you for a career in this diverse field.

Faculty: Faculty of Science, Agriculture and Engineering | Department: School of Natural and Environmental Sciences | Duration: Full time: 3 years | Study mode: full-time | Intake: September 2027 | Location: Newcastle upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

During this stage, you’ll start to specialise in zoology and the study of animals with five compulsory modules including a field course on the insect biology and ecology. In the first stage of your degree, you’ll develop a strong foundation in zoology and get stuck into practical work from the start. Compulsory modules include: Genetics and Evolution, Ecology and Conservation, Animal Life, Skills for the Biosciences, Animal Function (Physiology and Development), Evolution & Behaviour, Insect Biology and Ecology, Vertebrate Biology and Ecology, Professional Skills for Bioscientists, Compulsory module, Career Service Placement Year Module, International Study Year Module, Research Project, Physiological Zoology.

Career pathways

Our zoology degree equips you with a wide range of skills to ensure you have many career opportunities available to you. You can find work placements, internships and volunteer roles through these links. Graduate roles and employers include: biomedical science; conservation; animal behaviour; environmental consultancy; National Trust; Natural History Society of Northumbria; WWT; National Parks Authority.

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Entry requirements

A levels: ABB including Biology and normally another science-related subject from: Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics, Geography, Psychology, Environmental Science or Geology. General Studies is excluded. Chemistry is preferred at A or AS Level, but not essential. For Biology, Chemistry and Physics A Levels, we require a pass in the practical element. GCSE Mathematics minimum grade B or 6 if not offered at A or AS Level. IB: 32 points normally including Higher Level Biology at grade 6. If not studying full IB Diploma - Grades 6, 5, 5 at Higher Level including Biology at Grade 6 and completion of a national high school diploma. Chemistry is preferred at Higher Level but not essential. Mathematics and Chemistry required at Standard Level grade 5 if not offered at Higher Level. BTEC: Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma/OCR Cambridge Technical Level 3 Extended Diploma. Applied Science Extended Diploma preferred. DDD Other subjects considered but must contain 360 GLH of theoretical Biology/Chemistry units. Extended Certificate in Applied Science does not replace A level Biology GCSE Mathematics minimum grade B or 6 required. Scottish Highers: AABBB at Higher Grade including Biology and a further Science subject. Advanced Higher Biology preferred. Acceptable science subjects are: Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics, Geography, Psychology. Higher Grade Chemistry desirable.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). Year 1 tuition fee (full-time) Source

International applicants: GBP 32,600 a year (2027/28). Year 1 tuition fee (full-time) Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: Full time: 3 years

Apply through the official page: https://www.ncl.ac.uk/undergraduate/degrees/c300/#how-to-apply

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