BSc Zoology

Explore the fascinating world of animals and gain expertise in evolution, physiology, animal behaviour, ecology and conservation, preparing you for an exciting career in the field of zoology.As a student, you'll be exposed to a wide range of practical and theoretical techniques, making your learning experience dynamic and hands-on.Our course places a strong emphasis on fieldwork, both in the UK and abroad. These field courses offer you the chance to apply classroom knowledge to real-world situations.Learn from experts in the field and actively participate in world-class research as a member of one of our research teams.Study at our modern, eco-friendly Penryn Campus, situated in one of the UK’s most beautiful and inspiring regions, with a stunning natural environment that serves as your classroom

A-Level:

ABB; B in a science subject*

AAB (with Study Abroad only); A in a science subject* (with Study Abroad only)

IB:

32/655; HL5 in a science subject*

34/665 (with Study Abroad only); HL6 in a science subject* (with Study Abroad only)

BTEC:

DDM

DDD (with Study Abroad only)

Applicants studying one of the following subject areas in either the BTEC Extended Diploma, or Diploma will be considered without GCE A-Level Science: Applied Human Biology, Applied Psychology, Applied Science, Animal Management, Agriculture, Countryside Management, Fish Management, Forestry and Arboriculture, Marine Biology

GCSE:

C or 4 and B or 5; Grade C or 4 in GCSE English language and grade B or 5 in Mathematics

Applicants who have achieved GCSE Maths one grade below the specified requirement will be considered. These applicants may be invited to complete the Maths Transition Course and receive a conditional offer on the basis of successful course completion.

Access to HE:

24 L3 Credits at Distinction Grade and 21 L3 credits at Merit Grade. To include 12 L3 Credits at Merit grade in accepted science subjects*

30 L3 credits at Distinction Grade and 15 L3 credits at Merit Grade (with Study Abroad only); To include at least 15 L3 credits at Distinction Grade in accepted science subjects* (with Study Abroad only)

T-Level: Distinction; Animal Care and Management (Animal Science pathway)

Contextual Offer:

A-Level: BBC

IB: 28/554

BTEC: DMM

with Study Abroad:

A-Level: ABC

IB: 30/555

BTEC: DDM

Specific subject requirements must still be achieved where stated above.