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Zoology

  • BSc (Hons)
  • 3 Years
  • Full-time
  • September 2026
  • Undergraduate
Preston Campus
Awarded by:
University of Lancashire
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2025-20262026-2027
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Course summary

The course is delivered at University Centre Myerscough and awarded by the University of Central Lancashire. The course will explore a wide range of zoology and animal science topics with an applied focus on broad themes around species ecology and biology, genetics, evolution and the latest global research. The course will prepare students for a wide range of careers throughout the zoological and animal industries.

The first year of the course provides an introduction to animal anatomy and physiology, behaviour, species ecology and evolution and biodiversity. The themes of species biology, wildlife legislation and policy, genetics and evolution and field research are further developed in the second year of the course. Students will also have the option to choose one module from animal population dynamics, global wildlife conservation, international zoo management or ecological survey techniques. In the final year of the course, students will complete a fieldwork module and a comprehensive research project alongside studying modules on zoological research and applied ecology.

Modules

Year 1 - Animal Anatomy and Physiology; Practical Animal and Professional Skills; Introduction to Ecology; Biodiversity and Evolution; Introduction to Behavioural Ecology.
Year 2 - Wildlife Legislation and Policy (double module); Field Research and Analysis; Species Biology; Genetics and Evolution; Animal Population Dynamics.
Year 3 - Research Project (double module); Frontiers in Zoology; Applied Ecology; Fieldwork; Advances in Behavioural Ecology

Ways to study this course

Campuses

  • Preston Campus

Study options

  • BSc (Hons) • Full-time • 3 Years

Start dates

  • September 2026

Apply by
14 January

This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.

Application codes

Course code:
ZOO3
Institution code:
M99
Campus name:
Preston Campus
Campus Code:
-
Points of Entry:
Year 1, 2, 3

University Centre Myerscough has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.

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How to apply

Apply by
14 January

This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application codes

Course code:
ZOO3
Institution code:
M99
Campus name:
Preston Campus
Campus Code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1
  • Year 2
  • Year 3

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Entry requirements

UCAS Tariff
104 points

A level
BCC

3 A-levels at minimum C or above

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DMM

Alternative equivalent Level 3 qualifications such as City and Guilds Level 3 Advanced Technical Extended Diploma (1080) will also be considered.

Scottish Higher
AACC

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
D*D

Alternative equivalent Level 3 qualifications such as City and Guilds Level 3 Advanced Technical Extended Diploma (720) will also be considered.

Scottish Advanced Higher
CDD

T Level
P - D*

We accept technical level qualifications to be used either as a standalone qualification to meet the UCAS tariff points or in combination with other qualifications to contribute to the total number of UCAS tariff points

Normally 5 GCSEs Including Maths and English (or equivalents) are required, however, applicants are advised to check with the University Centre if they do not possess the specific qualifications.

The University Centre may consider applicants with work experience within a relevant industry in place of some qualifications.

Applicants who believe they may be eligible for Accreditation of Prior Certificated and/or Experiential Learning (APCL/APEL) will be considered on an individual basis.

If you have any queries in relation to entry qualifications, then please contact the University Centre directly.

Additional entry requirements

Interview
You may be required to attend an interview and will be contacted directly if this is the case.

English language requirements

TestGradeAdditional details
IELTS (Academic)6Applicants for whom English is a second language must be able to demonstrate proof of International English Language Testing System at level 6.0 (with no component score lower than 5.5) or equivalent.

Historical entry grades data

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

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