Zoology
(BSc) Zoology
Entry for 2026
FHEQ level
This course is set at Level 6 in the national Framework for Higher Education Qualifications.
Course learning outcomes
Demonstrate a systematic and conceptual understanding of zoological phenomena and their explanations at a variety of levels, from molecular processes and genetics to organismal biology and ecosystems, that is at or informed by the forefront of defined aspects of the discipline
Demonstrate systematic understanding and detailed knowledge of the diversity, classification and evolutionary biology of animals
Demonstrate systematic understanding and detailed knowledge of the structure, physiology and behaviour of animals.
Demonstrate systematic understanding and detailed knowledge of the interactions between animals and their environments, including with humans.
Demonstrate an ability to access, synthesise, accurately deploy and critically evaluate zoological information from a variety of sources, including experimental data and primary literature, and an appreciation of the uncertainty, ambiguity and limits of zoological knowledge
Be able to apply the methods and techniques learnt to plan, execute and present an independent piece of project work, involving data collection or evaluation of the primary scientific literature, within a supported framework
Demonstrate an ability to use a range of practical zoological techniques, the identification of animals, working safely in a laboratory and field environment, recording data accurately, numeracy, basic manipulations of experimental data (including statistical analysis if appropriate), and interpretation of results
Demonstrate an understanding of ethical issues and the impact on society of advances in zoology
Be able to communicate zoological ideas, problems and solutions to specialist and non-specialist audiences in oral and written form, including citation and referencing of sources
Work effectively in teams, and have demonstrated skills in identifying and working cooperatively towards targets
Have developed the qualities and transferable skills necessary to study and work effectively, update knowledge of zoology, exercise initiative and personal responsibility, decision-making, and work towards personal, academic and career development goals
For information on the composition of this course please see either the on-line Undergraduate prospectus for undergraduate related courses or the on-line Postgraduate prospectus for postgraduate related courses.
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