BSc (Hons) Zoology

at Hartpury University

This course is comprised of both compulsory and optional modules, which you'll be able to choose from to suit your interests and career goals.

You’ll study a broad range of zoology-related topics through your core modules, which will address evolution, ecology, conservation biology and the structure and function of animals.

Compulsory modules

• Comparative Animal Physiology
• Animal Genetics
• Animal Health and Disease
• Biodiversity
• Animal Behaviour and Welfare
• Fundamental Skills for Zoology

• UCAS | A typical offer for this course is 112 UCAS tariff points or equivalent.
• GCSE | A minimum of five GCSEs at grade 9 to 4, (or A* to C grades if relevant) or equivalent, to include English Language and Mathematics.
• A-Level | Typical offer is BBC or equivalent. This must include a minimum of two A-levels including one in a Biological Science.
• Vocational Award | Typical offer is a DMM in an Extended Diploma or equivalent in a relevant subject.
• Access | Typical offer is 112 UCAS tariff points in an Access to Higher Education Diploma to include a minimum of a pass in a Biological Science module at Level 3.
• Scottish Highers | Typical offer is 112 UCAS tariff points in Scottish Highers. This must include a minimum of two Highers including one in a Biological Science subject.
• The minimum academic entry requirement for this programme is 80 UCAS tariff or equivalent providing this is combined with relevant experience.
• We welcome students with equivalent qualifications. 
• We may interview mature applicants and those with non-traditional qualifications to ensure this is the right course for you.
• Previous learning towards a university-level qualification or relevant work experience may count as credit for this course.

UK, Isle of Man and Channel Islands students
£9,250

INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS (INCLUDING EU)
£13,000

As a zoology graduate, you could go on to work in zoos, aquariums, wildlife parks, or rescue, conservation or welfare centres. You’ll also have the transferable skills you need for other graduate careers. Our careers team can support you to find and prepare to secure your perfect role. Recent graduate destinations have included:

• Instructor, Guide Dogs for the Blind
• Animal Welfare Assistant, Blue Cross
• Editorial Assisatant, BSAVA
• Zookeeper, Bristol Zoo
• Guest Experience Manager, Bristol Aquarium
• Postgraduate Study - MRes Animal Behaviour and Welfare, MRes Anthrozoology