Program Overview

BSc Zoology

Course Overview

The BSc Zoology degree at Aberystwyth University provides a solid foundation of skills and knowledge in the biosciences, which will be invaluable to you within and beyond the field of zoology. The course is accredited by the Royal Society of Biology in recognition of its quality.

Key Facts

• UCAS Tariff: 120 - 104
• Course duration: 3 years
• Available for September start 2025

Modules

Year 1

• Cell Biology *
• Comparative Animal Physiology
• Ecology and Conservation *
• Genetics, Evolution and Diversity
• Microbial and Plant Diversity *
• Skills for Wildlife Scientists *

Year 2

• Invertebrate Zoology
• Research Methods *
• Vertebrate Zoology
• Options:
  • Animal Behaviour
  • Evolution and Molecular Systematics
  • Freshwater Biology
  • Marine Biology
  • Researching Behavioural Ecology
  • Tropical Zoology Field Course
  • Veterinary Health
  • Wildlife Surveying

Year 3

• Research Project *
• Options:
  • Animal Behaviour Field Course
  • Behaviour and Welfare of Domesticated Animals
  • Behavioural Neurobiology
  • Freshwater Biology Field Course
  • Global Biodiversity Conservation
  • Marine Biology Field Course
  • Parasitology
  • Population and Community Ecology
  • Primatology
  • Wildlife Conservation

Careers

Graduates of BSc Zoology at Aberystwyth University are skilled life scientists, with strong theoretical and practical knowledge of zoology. They have direct insight into zoology research thanks to their final year research projects, and our degree’s emphasis on research-led teaching.

Teaching & Learning

The course will be taught through lectures, interactive seminars, computer workshops, field visits and courses, laboratory practicals, small group tutorials, and one-on-one supervision of your independent research project.

Student Testimonials

Aberystwyth is an amazing place to study, full of friendly faces; both students and lecturers alike- it really is a home away from home.

Typical Entry Requirements

• UCAS Tariff: 120 - 104
• A Levels: BBB - BCC with B in Biology
• GCSE requirements (minimum grade C/4): English or Welsh, Science, and Mathematics
• BTEC National Diploma: DDD-DDM in a specified subject
• International Baccalaureate: 30-28 with 5 points in Biology at Higher Level
• European Baccalaureate: 75%-65% overall with 7 in Biology
• English Language Requirements: See our Undergraduate English Language Requirements for this course. Pre-sessional English Programmes are also available for students who do not meet our English Language Requirements.