Overview

With the Biological Sciences (Zoology) (Hons) degree at University of Birmingham explore how animals, plants, and microorganisms function and interact, preparing you to tackle global biological challenges. By combining hands-on training with essential skills, we ensure you excel in your career. Our specialist degree labels highlight your expertise, shaping you into a versatile professional and driving you forward with a degree that meets top employer demands.

Key facts

Field courses: Be part of exciting fieldwork like studying glaciers in Norway or aquatic environments in Pembrokeshire bringing real-world biology to life.

Professional Placement: Boost your employability with industry experience, applying your knowledge in real-world settings with our placement year programme.

Study Abroad: Spend your third year in France, Spain, Germany, or one of 300+ global destinations, immersing yourself in new cultures and learning from experts with our year abroad option.

Royal Society of Biology Accreditation: Our degree ensures you meet employer needs and stand out in the job market.

Join BioSoc: Connect with fellow Biosciences students through team sports, events, and specialist career conferences.

Job roles include:

Executive Assistant

Engineer Intern

Modelling and Simulations Engineer

Design Engineer

International Student Representative

Graduate Innovation Engineer

Healthcare Assistant

Social Research Officer

Operations Director

Content Marketing Manager

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Cell Biology & Physiology

Ecological Concepts and Plant Sciences

Communication and Skills in Biosciences

Molecular Biology and its Applications

Evolution of Humans and Other Animals

Adaptations to Aquatic Environments

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-28 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-30 00:00:00

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UK deadline: 14 January

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

80

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PTE Academic

64

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IELTS

6

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Credits

360 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Birmingham, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Animal Science Genetics View 150 other Bachelors in Animal Science in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

80

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PTE Academic

64

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IELTS

6

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Other requirements

General requirements

Typical offer: AAB

AAB including Biology / Human Biology + 1 from Chemistry / Physics / Maths / Further Maths / Statistics / Geology / Geography / Psychology

BTEC Extended Diploma, Diploma and Extended Certificate are accepted but subjects are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please contact us for further guidance

Applicants who take the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) and meet our offer criteria will be made the typical offer for the programme, plus an alternative offer, which will be one grade lower plus a grade A in the EPQ.

IB: 6,6,5 including Biology / Human Biology + 1 from Chemistry / Physics / Maths: Analysis and Approaches / Maths: Applications and Interpretation/ Statistics / Geology / Geography / Psychology

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

29160 GBP / year

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Citizens or residents

9790 GBP / year

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Living costs

Birmingham

United Kingdom

765 - 1134 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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