MSci Zoology at University of Manchester

Gain invaluable research skills and experience through our four-year course and achieve an undergraduate master's award alongside your BSc. Learn about the whole spectrum of zoology, from animal behaviour and evolution to anatomy and physiology. Go on a field course in Europe, Africa, Asia or Central America to study animals in their natural habitat.

Faculty: Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health  |  Duration: 4 years  |  Study mode: full-time (integrated master's)  |  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

The significant research skills and experience you will gain in the Year 4 MSci research project will pave the way for a PhD, as well as preparing you for work in both industry and academia. Many zoology students go on to work in conservation projects around the world.

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