BSc Zoology with a Modern Language at University of Manchester

Programme overview

Develop your language skills while you study zoology to enhance your employability. Improve your employability by learning a language while you study zoology, including a year-long research placement overseas. Choose from French, German, Italian, Spanish, Japanese and Mandarin for the language component of this course.

Faculty: Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health | Duration: 4 years | Study mode: full-time | Intake: September 2027 | Location: Manchester, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

You will gain a broad introduction to biological sciences, covering key concepts such as: genetics biodiversity evolution You will study on a field course in either Scotland for marine biology or South Africa for animal behaviour. Year 1 also provides an introduction to the essential data handling and laboratory skills required for all biological scientists. Year 1 compulsory units include Academic Tutorials Year 1, Molecular Biology, Introduction to Laboratory Science, Biodiversity, Genes, Evolution and Development, Writing and Referencing Skills (online unit).

Career pathways

Graduates from modern language courses are extremely desirable to employers who require significant relevant work experience. In the growing field of international bioscience research collaborations, graduates with a good command of a foreign language are at a distinct advantage.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A-level: AAB, including two of Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Mathematics (the Core Sciences). French: an A-level in French (minimum grade B if taking two Core Sciences, or A if taking one and a soft science) or equivalent is required. German: an A-level in German (minimum grade B if taking two Core Sciences, or A if taking one and a soft science) or equivalent is required. International Baccalaureate: 35 points overall, including 6, 6, 5 at higher level, with two core sciences, normally Biology and Chemistry. GCSE: Applicants must demonstrate a broad general education including acceptable levels of Literacy and Numeracy, equivalent to at least Grade 4 or C in GCSE/IGCSE English Language and Mathematics. English language: IELTS 6.5 with no less than 6.5 in any components.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). Home (UK) students Source

International applicants: GBP 38,000 a year (2027/28). International students Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 4 years

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

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