MSci (Hons) Zoology at University of Southampton

Our Zoology MSci course explores the effects of climate change on animal life, the ecological impact of populations, and the survival of endangered species. With our 4-year integrated master's, you'll take specialist modules and complete an advanced research project. You'll learn how to become a zoologist as you take extensive field trips to places like Spain, Belize and the New Forest, and gain valuable lab-based work experience.

Faculty: Environmental and Life Sciences  |  Department: Biological sciences  |  Duration: 4 years full-time  |  Study mode: full-time (integrated)  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Southampton, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

On MSci Zoology, you'll study both compulsory and optional modules, including skills-focused modules to help you develop your laboratory, field, computational and statistical skills. As the master's course progresses, you can focus more on your particular areas of interest. You'll complete independent research projects in years 3 and 4.

Career pathways

Graduates commonly work in sectors including zoos and wildlife parks, environmental protection agencies, animal and environmental charities, aquaculture and animal nutrition companies, conservation organisations, chemical, pharmaceutical and petroleum companies. Careers directly related to the course include animal nutritionist, ecologist, environmental consultant, marine scientist, nature Conservation officer, zookeeper, zoologist, wildlife biologist.

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