MSci Zoology at Queen's University Belfast

Programme overview

An integrated master's covering animal biology from molecular to community level, zoonotic and emerging infectious diseases, molecular techniques for de-extinction and conservation, and forensics and toxicology in wildlife crime, ending in master's-level research. It is accredited by the Royal Society of Biology.

Faculty: Biological Sciences | Duration: 4 years full-time | Intake: September 2027 (2027/28 entry) | Study mode: full-time (integrated) | Location: Belfast, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom

What you will study

Students build laboratory, quantitative analysis, data management and communication skills and carry out a final-year research project at international study sites or in laboratories. An optional 16-week work placement is available between stages 2 and 3.

Career pathways

Higher degrees before careers in medical, veterinary, agricultural and environmental research; conservation and wildlife work; postgraduate teacher training (PGCE). The MSci prepares graduates for PhD programmes.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Typical offer AAB/AAA. A-level: AAB including Biology and at least one of Chemistry (preferred), Geography, Mathematics or Physics, plus GCSE Chemistry C/4 (or Double Award Science CC/4,4) and GCSE Mathematics C/4; or AAB including Double Award Applied Science or Double Award Life & Health Sciences with the required GCSEs; or AAA including Biology plus GCSE Chemistry C/4 and Mathematics C/4. IB: 34 points including 6,6,5 at Higher Level including Biology, or 36 points including 6,6,6 at Higher Level including Biology. Access course not considered. MSci applicants not eligible are automatically considered for the BSc. Graduate entry: minimum 2:2 honours degree with subject requirements met. GCSE English Language grade C/4 (or equivalent) required; typically five GCSE passes at grade C/4 or better including English Language and Mathematics. Not normally interviewed. International applicants: IELTS 6.5 with at least 5.5 in each component, or equivalent.

Domestic applicants: GBP 4,985 a year (2026/27). NI/ROI residency, full-time undergraduate tuition; 2026/27 rate Source

International applicants: GBP 28,500 a year (2027/28). International and EU Other students Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 4 years full-time

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