Zoology bsc (hons)

Zoology BSc (Hons)

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Fees: This is a resource intensive course, so it costs £8,250.

Start date: You can start this course in September. If you’re studying part time you can choose to start in either September or January.

The course material is really interesting and the lecturers are great as they are always willing to help.

Danielle Clewley Graduate

Teaching and learning You will be taught through lectures and tutorials, supported by hands-on practicals and fieldwork. You could go on a seal watch on the east coast, study animal interaction at Twycross Zoo and spend a week completing a project in Mallorca in the Mediterranean. You will also conduct an independent research project to develop your analytical skills and specialise in an area of your choice. You will be assessed in a variety of ways from computer assessments in the first year to report writing, essays and posters. Some modules are entirely coursework based.

What you will cover You can tailor your degree to your own interests by choosing a range of modules in specialist areas. During stage three you will complete an independent study giving you the opportunity to personalise the degree further. We’ll also support you if you decide to do a work

Autumn

Stage one Stage TWO

Spring

About the course This course focuses on animal biology such as molecular biology, genetics and ecology. But you will also cover a wide range of topics such as wildlife conservation, and animal behaviour together with vertebrate and invertebrate biology to give you a broad knowledge of zoology.

Evolution of Life

Ecology

Genetics

Invasion of the Land

Autumn

Duration and mode of study: You can study this course full time for three years or part time for up to six years.

Human Biology

Ecosystems

Vertebrate Biology

Option

Spring

Entry requirements: You will usually need 260 UCAS points from accepted qualifications (see www.derby.ac.uk/entryreqs for a full list).

Molecular and Cellular Biology

Invertebrates

Evolutionary and Forensic Genetics

Option

Advanced Methods in Zoology

Option

Option

Option

Autumn

UCAS code: C300

This course is recognised by the Society of Biology. This means that on graduation you will meet the requirements for Associate Membership of the Society of Biology and can apply for full membership following appropriate professional experience. We also work closely with the Derbyshire Wildlife Trust, who provide access to their reserves for you to use on field trips and on a voluntary basis if you wish to.

Study modules

Stage THREE

Where you will study: Derby Campus, Kedleston Road

Why choose this course?

Spring

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Independent Studies for Biological and Forensic Sciences

placement in stage three, which we strongly recommend. This will allow you to apply the skills and knowledge you have gained on the course and apply them in a work environment.

Options Stage Two You will choose two of these optional modules:  Rainforests, Deserts and Oceans  Microbiology  Biological Basis of Animal Behaviour  Field Biology  Human Reproduction Stage Three You will choose three of these optional modules:  Behavioural Ecology  The Human Genome  Habitat Management  Applied Entomology  Oncology and Immunology  Science Communication  Wildlife Conservation  Vocational Module

Additional information Most of our teaching team are active researchers, like Professor Karim Vahed who is a world expert in the sexual behaviour of invertebrates. You will also be taught by visiting professionals. At the moment this includes Professor George McGavin, a celebrated scientist, author and TV presenter on the BBC wildlife programmes.

Your career You could work in wildlife management, conservation agencies, the media, or the environmental and ecosystem management sector. Or you could go into teaching, conduct research or work in the museums sector. You will develop your intellectual, personal and technical skills to boost your CV and meet the needs of employers. You could study further by taking our MSc Conservation Biology, which gives you training in conservation methods in the UK and abroad, with an optional field visit to the jungles and mangroves of Singapore.