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Zoology with Marine Zoology
Zoology with Marine Zoology provides students with a thorough grounding in general zoology, based on an exploration of the diversity of animal form and function, and an examination of their behaviour, evolution, ecology, development and morphology. In addition, students acquire a specialised knowledge of the conservation, physiology and behaviour of marine invertebrates, through a series of modules available across the university.
Our aim is to provide you with sound zoological training and equip you with skills necessary for a career in the field of zoology and marine science. The provision of a diversity of laboratory and field zoology experience, especially in relation to marine organisms and their habitats, is an important component of the course, as is the acquisition of transferable skills (data analysis, group work, presentational and writing skills, IT skills). The School is unusual in boasting its own Zoology Museum with a large collection of vertebrate and invertebrate specimens and an extensive marine aquarium. Our location on the northern coast of the Snowdonia National Park and close proximity to miles of sandy beaches, makes it an ideal place to study Zoology with Marine Zoology.
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Admission requirements
For 2020 entry:
GCSE: grade C/4 in English, Maths and and Double Award Science. Typical offer is based on a 128 from a Level 3 qualification e.g.:
- A Levels: For MZool - including grade B in Biology.
- International Baccalaureate Diploma: including H6 in Biology
- BTEC National/Extended Diploma: DDM including Merits in 4 Biology modules. Modules accepted: Animal Biology; Animal Anatomy and Physiology; Animal Behaviour and Communication; Animal Breeding and Genetics; Biochemistry and Biochemical Techniques; Biochemistry and Microbiology; Fundamentals of Science; Genetics and Genetic Engineering; Inheritance and Genetic Manipulation; Physiology of Human Body systems; Physiology of Human Regulation and Reproduction; Wildlife Populations, Ecology and Conservation. Other Biology-related modules considered case by case.
- City & Guilds Advanced Technical (1080) / Extended Diploma: Distinction overall including 4 Biology modules from the following: Animal Behaviour and Communication, Biological Systems of Animals, Wildlife and Ecology Conservation, Inheritance and Genetics, Ecological Concepts and Application, Population Surveys, Ecology and Conservation. Other Biology-related modules considered case by case.
- Access to HE in the Sciences: Pass
- Welsh Baccalaureate is accepted
- Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma is not accepted.
International Candidates: school leaving qualifications and college diplomas are accepted from countries worldwide (subject to minimum English Language requirements).
For more information about admission requirements, please visit the university website
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Year 1
Compulsory Modules
Semester 1
- Organismal Diversity
- Principles of Life 1
- Tutorials Year 1
- Practical Skills 1
Semester 2
- Ecology & Evolution
- Principles of Life 1
- Tutorials Year 1
- Practical Skills 2
Year 2
Compulsory Modules
Semester 1
- Evolution & Genetics
- BioScience Skills
Semester 2
- Marine Physiology & Behaviour
- BioScience Skills
- Integrated Zoology
Optional Modules
- Principles of Conservation (Semester 1)
- Principles of Life 2 (Semester 1)
- Vertebrate Biology (Semester 1)
- Introduction to Herpetology (Semester 2)
- Arizona Field Course (Semester 1)
- India Field Course (Semester 1)
- Primatology Field Course (Semester 1)
- Local Field Trip (Semester 1 + 2)
- Florida 2 Field Trip (Semester 2)
- Spain Field Course (Semester 2)
- Siberia Field Course (Semester 1)
Year 3
Compulsory Modules
Semester 1
- Dissertation in Biological Sci
- Science & Employability Skills
- Fish Physiology
Semester 2
- Dissertation in Biological Sci
- Science & Employability Skills
Optional Modules
- Marine Conservation & Exploit (Semester 2)
- Freshwater Ecosystems 2 (Semester 1)
- Marine Mammal Science (Semester 1)
- Molecular Ecology & Evolution (Semester 1)
- Animal Survival Strategies (Semester 2)
- Life in a Changing Climate (Semester 2)
- Life in Wetlands (Semester 2)
- Primatology (Semester 1)
- Attack and Defence in Plants (Semester 2)
- Ornithology (Semester 1)
- Parasites & Pathogens (Yr3) (Semester 1)
- Human Evolutionary Biology (Semester 2)
Year 4
Compulsory Modules
Semester 1
- Masters Research Project
- Advanced Research Skills
Semester 2
- Masters Research Project
*Module listings are for guide purposes only and are subject to change.
Scholarships & funding
Several scholarship options are available. Please check the university website for more information.
Tuition
Please contact the institute for more information.
Qualification
Upon successful completion of the program, students will earn a MZool (Marine Zoology).
Career paths
Our graduates have undertaken a range of careers in fisheries biology, government organisations, local and national media, and further education.
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Bangor University
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We offer a variety of options to gain valuable employability skills, which include supporting you in work placements and internships that you may wish to undertake.
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