BSc (Hons) Zoology at University of Chester

Programme overview

Are you passionate about animals and the environment? If so, join us on our BSc (Hons) Zoology degree and become exactly who you want to be – the Zoologist of your dreams! This degree offers fantastic opportunities for those interested in a future career as part of a global scientific community working with both vertebrates or invertebrates (or both!).

What you will study

The BSc Zoology course contains core modules, sometimes shared with BSc Animal Behaviour and other related courses within the School of Natural Sciences at each level of study, plus specialist Zoology-only optional modules at Levels 5 and 6 where you can tailor your studies to suit your interests. Core modules include Science of Life, Exploring and Researching Life Sciences, Global Biodiversity, Behavioural Ecology, Adaptations to the Environment, Biological Enterprise, Applied Conservation, Natural Sciences Dissertation.

Official programme page

Application information

Entry requirements

GCE A Level: Typical offer – BCC-BBC ; Biology or Chemistry is essential; GCSE: Maths and English - pass (4/C); BTEC: BTEC Extended Diploma (Applied Science/Animal Management): DMM; International Baccalaureate: 28 points including 5 in Biology or Chemistry; Irish/Scottish Highers: H3, H3, H3, H3, H4 including H3 in Biology or Chemistry Scottish Highers - BBBB, including Biology or Human Biology or Chemistry; Access requirements: Access to HE Diploma (Science): to include 45 credits at Level 3, 30 of which must be at Merit. We will also consider an Access to HE Diploma with sufficient credits.; T Level: T Level (Science): Merit; OCR Cambridge Technicals: OCR Extended Diploma (Applied Science): DMM; Extra Requirements: The Welsh Baccalaureate (core) and A Level General Studies will be recognised in our offer. We will also consider a combination of A Levels and BTECs/OCRs.; IELTS: 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each band)

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). £10,050 per year for a full-time course (2027/28) Source

International applicants: GBP 15,450 a year (2027/28). £15,450 per year for a full-time course* (2027/28) Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 3-6 years

Apply through the official page: https://www.ucas.com/

Explore more study programmes

STEM