BSC (HONS) Zoology

at Anglia Ruskin University - Cambridge

TEACHING AND ASSESSMENT

3 years full-time
Year 1

Core modules
Animal Physiology and Behaviour
Introduction to Ecology and Conservation
Principles of Biology
Quantitative Techniques and Tools for Biologists
Personal and Professional Development - Level 4

Year 2
Core modules
Invertebrate Biology
Vertebrate Biology
Principles of Genetics and Evolution
Ruskin Module
Field Skills in Biology
Biological Research Skills
Personal and Professional Development - Level 5

Optional modules
Evolutionary Bases of Behaviour
Animal Health and Disease
GIS and Spatial Ecology
Mammalogy

Year 3
Core modules
Undergraduate Major Project
Comparative Physiology and Development Biology
Wildlife Conservation

Optional modules
Population Ecology and Wildlife Management
Tropical Ecology and Management
Biogeography
Zoos and Zoo Animal Management
Practical Marine Biology
Sustainable Land Management
Applied Animal Behaviour and Animal Welfare
Animal Communication

Modules are subject to change and availability.

Standard entry requirements

Main

• 112 UCAS Tariff points from a minimum of 2 A Levels (or equivalent), including a pass in Biology.
• 3 GCSEs at grade C, or grade 4, or above, including English and Maths.
• If English is not your first language you will be expected to demonstrate a certificated level of proficiency of at least IELTS 6.0 (Academic level) or equivalent English Language qualification, as recognised by Anglia Ruskin University.
   

Alternatives

• BTEC Extended Diploma in Animal Management at grade Distinction, Merit, Merit (112 UCAS Tariff Points) is accepted. Applicants must have also successfully completed specific modules (listed at the foot of this page).
• BTEC Extended Diploma in Applied Science at grade Distinction, Merit, Merit is accepted.
• UCAS Tariff Points from Access to HE Diplomas in one of the following subjects are accepted: Animal Management, Biological Science, Biological and Environmental Science, Combined Science, Environmental Science, Applied Science, Science for Health Practitioners, Land-Based Studies. Harlow College Access to HE Diploma: Life Science is also accepted.
• International Baccalaureate Diploma with a minimum of 24 points is accepted, this must include Biology at Higher level.
• UCAS Tariff points from Scottish Advanced Highers are accepted, this must include a Pass in a related subject.
• UCAS Tariff points from Scottish Highers are accepted, this must include a Pass in a related subject.
• UCAS Tariff points from the Irish Leaving Certificate are accepted, this must include a Pass at Higher level in a related subject.
• UCAS Tariff points acquired from the International Baccalaureate Certificate are accepted, this must include Biology at Higher level.
• The European Baccalaureate at a minimum overall grade of 60% is accepted, this must include Biology at Higher level.
• HNC qualifications in a related subject are accepted.
• HND qualifications in a related subject are accepted.
• City and Guilds Level 3 Advanced Technical Extended Diploma in Animal Management with a final grade of Distinction. Applicants must have also successfully completed specific modules, please contact the Admissions office at admissions@anglia.ac.uk for further information.
   

Important additional notes

Our published entry requirements are a guide only and our decision will be based on your overall suitability for the course as well as whether you meet the minimum entry requirements.

Tuition fees for international students (2022/23)
£14,300

International students starting 2022/23 (full-time, per year)
You can pay your tuition fees upfront, in full or in two instalments. We will also ask you for a deposit of £4,000 or a sponsorship letter. Details will be in your offer letter.

Careers

Our BSc (Hons) Zoology degree will open up a world of professional careers relating to the biology of animals. You could choose to work in the field, in the laboratory, or both – anywhere in the world.

After graduating, you might want work for a zoo, a wildlife conservation organisation or even an education or research establishment. Our students have gone to work for leading zoos, local wildlife trusts, and fieldwork and research teams in exciting places from Costa Rica to Africa.

Whichever path you follow, you can be sure you’re graduating with the knowledge, skills and abilities that employers need. They help us review what we teach and how we teach it – and they offer hands-on, practical opportunities to learn through work-based projects, internships or placements.

As a graduate of this course, you’ll be able to apply for membership of the Zoological Society of London, the Royal Society of Biology, and other professional organisations.

Graduation doesn’t need to be the end of your time with us, of course. You might decide to stay at ARU and study for a Masters, such as our renowned MSc Applied Wildlife Conservation or our MSc Animal Behaviour: Applications for Conservation. Take advantage of our Alumni Scholarship and get 20% off your fees.