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BSc (Hons) Zoology at University of Lincoln

University of Lincoln, United Kingdom

Programme overview

Zoology is the study of animals: how they live, evolve, behave, and interact with the environment. On this course, you'll explore everything from animal physiology and genetics to conservation and ecology, while developing the practical skills needed to work in wildlife, environmental science, and research.

Faculty: Animal Sciences  |  Duration: 3 years (4 years if taken with the optional sandwich year)  |  Study mode: full-time, optional placement year  |  Location: Lincoln, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

This course is built to help you understand animals in depth, and use that knowledge in real-world contexts. Core modules include Comparative Anatomy and Physiology of Animals, Ecology, Introduction to Animal Behaviour and Welfare, Introduction to Life Sciences, Plant Structure and Function, Research Methods for the Life Sciences.

Career pathways

A Zoology degree opens doors across science, conservation, and environmental sectors.

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Application information

Entry requirements

104 to 112 UCAS Tariff points from a minimum of 2 A Levels or equivalent Level 3 qualifications, to include 40 points from Biology. A Level: BBC to include a Grade B in Biology BTEC Extended Diploma in Animal Management : DMM BTED Extended Diploma in Applied Science considered depending on units studied. Please include these on your application. We will accept a Pearson Level 3 Alternative Academic Qualification BTEC National (equivalent to 1 A Level) in Medical Science or Applied Science to meet the subject specific requirement: Merit T Level in Science: Merit Overall (T Levels in Health or Health Science are not accepted) Access to Higher Education Diploma: 112 UCAS points to be achieved from 45 Level 3 credits, including 40 points from 15 credits in Biology. International Baccalaureate: 29 points overall to include a Higher Level in Biology. GCSEs: Minimum of three at grade 4 or above, which must include English, Maths and Science. Equivalent Level 2 qualifications may be considered. EU and Overseas students will be required to demonstrate English language proficiency equivalent to IELTS 6.0 overall, with a minimum of 5.5 in each element.

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,790 a year (2026/27). Full-time tuition per year (level) of study; optional placement year and study-abroad year charged separately. Source

International applicants: GBP 18,300 a year (2026/27). Full-time tuition per year (level) of study; optional placement year and study-abroad year charged separately. Source

Duration: 3 years (4 years if taken with the optional sandwich year)

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