University of Salford: SEE 2023 Biology and Wildlife

PROTECT OUR NATURAL WORLD

Human behaviour is having a detrimental impact on the natural world. As we lose more precious biodiversity, we need to make moves to protect it.

Biologists study organisms and the relationship they have with their environment. They work to solve some of the biggest challenges currently faced by people and the planet today – fighting disease, preserving the environment and protecting endangered species.

By studying a biological science or wildlife-based degree at Salford, you can develop the skills and knowledge to make a difference. Delivered by our team of expert scientists, our courses are packed with practical learning experiences - all shaped by our career-focused, industry approach.

If you see your future as a next-generation scientist, start your journey with Salford. Read on and discover our degree courses with a difference.

UNSTOPPABLE

A biological sciences degree provides an excellent basis for careers in biomedicine, biotechnology, conservation, the pharmaceutical or food industries, research or teaching. You could find roles at pharmaceutical companies, environment agencies, hospitals, forensic laboratories and clinical trials companies. Alternatively, you might choose to focus on science marketing and communications, working at medical writing companies or scientific sales companies.

Marine Biology graduates can enter a wide range of career paths. These include careers such as marine life conservation and management, science communication and publishing, and science administration.

Zoology graduates can enter a wide range of vocations in biological or life sciences. These include careers in areas such as zoo work, wildlife conservation and management, and science communication and publishing.

Conservation graduates can expect to find related roles at voluntary and government conservation organisations, environmental consultancies, environmental education and in zoos. Previous students have advanced to gain hands-on roles at zoos, country parks, animal sanctuaries and environmental consultancies.

BIOLOGY AND WILDLIFE CAREERS

SALFORD EXPERIENCE

FIELD TRIPS

Our biology and wildlife-based courses take you out of the classroom and into the field.

There are field trip opportunities, both in the UK and internationally, for students across our biology, zoology, marine biology and wildlife conservation courses. If you’re looking to include a placement year as part of your degree, we can use our extensive network to help you find opportunities with leading companies and research institutes at sites across the UK, Europe, Asia and the USA.

Students on our biology and wildlife courses may have the chance to volunteer for zoological studies at sites such as the Orangutan Tropical Peatland Project in Borneo; Alberta Tourism, Parks and Recreation in Canada; Serra dos Órgãos National Park in Brazil or closer to home at Blackpool Zoo or Yorkshire Wildlife Park.

LABORATORY LIFE

As a science student, you’re going to spend lots of time in our laboratories. So, we’ve made sure that you will study in some of the best around.

In 2015, Sir Walter Bodmer opened our teaching and research laboratories. These newly refurbished and well-equipped, purpose-built facilities, ensure that our students benefit from using the latest technologies and that learning remains on the cutting-edge of innovation and discovery.

The Bodmer Lab includes industry standard instrumentation including cell culture facilities, histology specimen preparation station, FACS, MALDI-TOF, LC and GC mass spectrometry, FTIR and FTNMR spectroscopy, fluorescence spectroscopy and microscopy. Having access to this industry-standard technology means that you’ll be fully prepared and equipped to enter professional laboratories with confidence.

STUDENT SOCIETIES

University life is not just about study - it’s about meeting new people too! Our students run a range of societies, from academia to sports, politics to the environment, performance to faith, where you can find like-minded students (or totally different!) and create a place to socialise, relax or even gain extra skills.

We’re biased but we’re especially proud of our Wildlife Society, which is open to students studying any course across the university. Their latest activities include nature-spotting events, animal surveys, online talks, film screenings and many more social events.

ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY

Looking after our environment is an important part of what we’re working towards at Salford. You’ll also have the opportunity to get involved with university-wide environmental initiatives, like our Hedgehog friendly campus group which helps keep biodiversity on our campus, our #gogreensalford month promotes a variety of sustainability goals, and lots of on-campus environmental events.

BIOLOGY AND WILDLIFE DEGREE COURSES

We’ve developed an exciting range of professionally-accredited degree courses that will prepare you for a next-generation career learning more about our natural world – and helping to protect it.

Gain a broad and deep understanding of the living world with a Biological Sciences degree (Page 11). Through our exclusive partnership with University of Toledo, you have the option to spend your second year studying in the USA.

If the natural world is where you want to focus your science studies, choose to specialise in the study of marine organisms and safeguarding ocean life with a Marine Biology degree (Page 12), or focus on Wildlife Conservation (Page 14) or Wildlife Conservation with Zoo Biology (Page 15) Or, why not consider a degree in Zoology (Page 13) and focus your studies on learning the anatomy, behaviour and evolution of all animals.

FOUNDATION YEAR PATHWAY INDUSTRY PLACEMENTS

The foundation year entry pathway is an ideal study route if you don’t meet the criteria for direct entry to the honours degree course, if you are returning to education, or if you wish to change direction. Our foundation year will introduce key scientific concepts, theories and principles, and also help you to build essential higher education skills. On successful completion, you’ll be ready to join your chosen full honours degree course.

As one of the first UK universities to introduce industry placements, we continue to champion this career-enhancing experience. On all of our biology and wildlife-based courses, you can include an industry placement between years two and three. By including a placement in your studies, you can apply the knowledge you’ve developed, build extra skills and stand out in the competitive graduate job market.

Biology helps us to explore and explain life processes in humans and the natural world. Choose to study Biological Sciences with Salford and start your journey where you can gain a deeper understanding of the world around us.

/ Explore the diversity of living organisms and enhance your knowledge of biological principles

/ Build solid knowledge of genetics and cell biology alongside refining your studies based on your interest with optional module choices in areas such as ecology, immunology and biotechnology

/ Gain hands-on experience throughout your degree with regular laboratory work, as well as fieldwork opportunities / Experience international study with the opportunity to spend your second year studying with our partner University of Toledo in the USA

UCAS points: 104–112

UCAS code: C200

Duration: Three years full-time; four years with placement; up to six years part-time

Location: Peel Park

Featured content: / Biodiversity / Physiology / Microbiology / Biotechnology / Molecular Genetics / Laboratory Skills

Include an industry placement Foundation year pathway

USA study option

Explore the course: salford.ac.uk/ biological-sciences

Course accreditations: This course is accredited by the Royal Society of Biology.

MARINE BIOLOGY

Climate change, pollution and unsustainable fishing are just some of the many challenges facing marine life today. A Marine Biology degree will equip you with the skills to understand complex ocean ecosystems and how to best protect them.

/ Build knowledge of key biological processes including biodiversity and complex ocean ecosystems, as you understand the challenges facing marine life today

/ Gain an understanding of ecological issues facing marine managers as you recognise the socioeconomic, governance, equality and ethical pressures affecting their work

/ Balance theoretical learning with building practical skills both in our laboratories on campus and through UK and international residential field trips

/ Choose optional modules and specialise your knowledge in areas such as fisheries science, marine management, conservation biology and marine biotechnology

UCAS points: 104–112 UCAS code: C161

Duration: Three years full-time; four years with placement; up to six years part-time Location: Peel Park Featured content: / Marine Management / Marine Biotechnology / Evolution / Ocean Challenges / Data Science / Laboratory Skills and Systems

Include an industry placement Foundation year pathway

Course accreditations: This course is accredited by the Royal Society of Biology.

Explore the course: salford.ac.uk/ marine-biology

Human and natural challenges threaten our animal kingdom. Choosing to study a degree in Zoology is an opportunity to understand animal genetics and behaviour.

/ Learn about the fascinating interactions animals have both with each other and their environment

/ Develop a broad understanding of key zoological principals and gain essential biological science knowledge, before choosing zoology specialisms

/ Gain practical experience through UK-based and international field trips, practical projects in our Bodmer Laboratories and an optional industry placement year

/ Build technical and transferable scientific skills in data science and research methods used to assess wildlife behaviour, physiology and ecology

UCAS points: 104–112 UCAS code: C300

Duration: Three years full-time; four years with placement; up to six years part-time Location: Peel Park

Featured content: / Zoological Research Skills / Animal Evolution / Parasitology and Infectious Diseases / Applied Freshwater Biology / Animal Physiology / Laboratory Skills

Include an industry placement Foundation year pathway

Course accreditations:

This course is accredited by the Royal Society of Biology.

Explore the course: salford.ac.uk/zoology

WILDLIFE CONSERVATION

Human impact on the natural world is having a devastating effect on wildlife habitats and biodiversity. With a degree in Wildlife Conservation, you will equip yourself with the skills and specialist knowledge to safeguard wildlife and ecosystems and make a difference.

/ Develop a broad understanding of wildlife, biodiversity and conservation through the lens of biological sciences

/ Gain context for your studies and practical experience through a series of field trips to zoos, animal parks, wetlands and rainforests

/ Understand conservation science at habitat level, and the restoration of ecosystems which have experienced human-induced deterioration

/ Explore how wildlife species interact with the ecosystems in which they live and examine how natural and human factors have influenced them

UCAS points: 104–112

UCAS code: C180

Duration: Three years full-time; four years with placement; up to six years part-time

Location: Peel Park Featured content: / Conservation Biology / Wildlife Behavioural / Ecology / Field Biology / Biodiversity / Habitat Conservation

Include an industry placement Foundation year pathway

Course accreditations:

This course is accredited by the Royal Society of Biology.

Explore the course: salford.ac.uk/ wildlife-conservation

BIOLOGY

Human impact on the natural world has left devastating effects on wildlife habitats and biodiversity. Our Wildlife Conservation with Zoo Biology degree explores conservation theory and practice both in zoos and in the wild, featuring close industry links to local zoos and aquariums.

/ Build your understanding of biodiversity and biological sciences alongside specialist knowledge in zoo animal management, and zoo organisation and regulation

/ Learn how to design appropriate conservation programmes for species or population with a critical awareness of zoo conservation programmes and the role of zoo professionals

/ Gain real-word context for your studies through field trips, from local day trips to UK-based and overseas residential trips

/ Take your studies stateside by choosing to spend your second year at our partner institution, the University of Toledo, in the USA

UCAS points: 104–112

UCAS code: D4C3

Duration: Three years full-time; four years with placement; up to six years part-time

Location: Peel Park Featured content: / Biodiversity / Wildlife Behavioural Ecology / Animal Evolution / Zoo Animal Management / Zoo Organisation and Regulation Include an industry placement Foundation year pathway USA study option

Explore the course: salford.ac.uk/wildlifeconservation-zoo

Course accreditations: This course is accredited by the Royal Society of Biology.