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Zoology

  • BSc (Hons)
  • 3 Years
  • Full-time
  • 22 September 2025
  • Undergraduate
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Course summary

Why this course?

  • We are ranked 1st in London for student satisfaction in Zoology (National Student Survey 2024)

  • 1st in London for Teaching, Learning Opportunities and Resources (National Student Survey 2024)

  • Best modern university in the UK for Zoology (Guardian University Guide 2024)

About this course:
Studying Zoology is integral to addressing global challenges. Get the specialist, practical skills in developing solutions for a sustainable and harmonious coexistence between humans and the natural world.

Skills:
You’ll gain a strong foundation in the science behind animal behaviour, ecology, and evolution. During your time with us, you’ll explore:

  • How to solve real-world problems related to conservation and sustainability through developing scientific and critical thinking skills.

  • Hands on experience through fieldwork, laboratory research and data analysis to develop practical skills for a career.

  • Ethical awareness, professional values and teamwork skills necessary for success in the workplace.

Career opportunities:
Our graduates go on to work in different specialisms within zoology, such as:

  • Veterinary science

  • Conservation (e.g., ecological consultancy)

  • Animal research

  • Roles influencing policy e.g. sustainability officers

  • Museum curator

With our BSc Zoology degree, you can also continue to postgraduate study – or taking courses that prepare you for patient-facing healthcare professions.

Modules

Examples include: Chemistry of Life, Biometrics: Physiology, Statistics and Maths, Cell Biology, Diversity of Life, Core Skills in Zoology, Introduction to Evolution

Qualified teacher status (QTS)

To work as a teacher at a state school in England or Wales, you will need to achieve qualified teacher status (QTS). This is offered on this course for the following level:

  • Course does not award QTS

Ways to study this course

Campuses

  • Main Site

Study options

  • BSc (Hons) • Full-time • 3 Years

Start dates

  • 22 September 2025

Apply by
29 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:
C300
Institution code:
R48
Campus name:
Main Site
Campus Code:
-
Points of Entry:
Year 1

University of Roehampton 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
29 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:
C300
Institution code:
R48
Campus name:
Main Site
Campus Code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

Entry requirements

UCAS Tariff
112 points

level 3 requirement to include Biology or another Science subject.
GCSE requirement: Maths, Grade C or 4

A level
BBC

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

T Level
M

Please see https://www.roehampton.ac.uk/applying/undergraduate-entry-requirements/

English language requirements

TestGradeAdditional details
IELTS (Academic)6with a minimum of 5.5 in each band
TOEFL (iBT)80with the following minimum scores: Reading: 18 Writing: 17 Listening: 17 Speaking: 20
PTE Academic59with no less than 59 in any band
Cambridge English AdvancedCgrade C in tests prior to 2015 with no less than 'weak' in any band
We may accept other high school English qualifications if you are applying for an undergraduate degree. Please contact us at admissions@roehampton.ac.uk to clarify.

English Language requirementshttps://www.roehampton.ac.uk/international/entry-requirements/

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This section shows the range of grades that students who received offers were previously accepted on to this course with (learn more).

It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place.

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

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Additional fee information

We also provide other ways to support the cost of living, including free buses and on-campus car parking, hardship support and some of the most affordable student accommodation and catering in London. Find out more about how we can support you: https://www.roehampton.ac.uk/student-support/non-academic-and-academic-support/financial-support-and-guidance/

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