BSc Hons Zoology

The BSc (Hons) Zoology course at the University of Derby offers a comprehensive grounding in zoology, with a specific focus on animal behaviour, biodiversity, and conservation. The curriculum offers both lecture-based theory and extensive hands-on practice, through fieldwork and lab work, ensuring that students gain a broad and multi-faceted understanding of the subject.Course Content: In the first year, students will gain foundational knowledge in biological and zoological concepts. The second year advances to more specialised modules, while the third year offers the opportunity for students to pursue a specific research project. Apart from the modules, the course includes field trips to study animals in their native habitats and learn essential fieldwork skills.Key Modules: Key modules in this course include Biodiversity and Evolution, Animal Behaviour, Population and Community Ecology, and Comparative Animal Physiology. Students also have the freedom to choose from various optional modules such as Wildlife Conservation and Wildlife Crime.Accreditations: This course is provisionally accredited by the Royal Society of Biology. Future Careers: Graduates from this course can explore a range of career paths such as Zoo Keeper, Research Scientist, Conservation Officer, Environment Consultant, or Wildlife Educator among many others.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page: Zoology BSc (Hons).