Biological Sciences (Zoology) with Professional Training Year, B.Sc. | Cardiff University | Cardiff, United Kingdom
48 months
Duration
28200 GBP/year
9000 GBP/year
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About

Cardiff University's Biological Sciences (Zoology) with Professional Training Year degree is aimed at anyone interested in the broad field of animal biology.

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Overview

Zoology is the study of all kinds of animals, including their anatomy, physiology, genetics, and their adaptations for survival and reproduction in different environments. This is vital knowledge if we are to maintain healthy natural environments, control pests and diseases, conserve biodiversity and preserve endangered species.

Key Features

The Biological Sciences (Zoology) with Professional Training Year program from Cardiff University  is a truly interdisciplinary course that draws on the research strengths found throughout the School, and, as well as covering the evolution and diversity of the main animal groups, you will also have the opportunity to study modules in ecology, physiology and genetics. We have particular expertise in behaviour and brain function, and you will study both behaviour and neuroscience as part of this course.

The course content is closely linked to the research interests of our staff (many of whom are leaders in their field); this allows you to experience the excitement of learning in an active research environment, and helps to ensure that the topics you cover are highly topical, and of relevance and importance in today’s world.

As part of this course you will spend your third year on placement at a field centre, zoological or botanical institute, museum, industrial research laboratory, or other approved establishment of your choice. This offers a great opportunity to gain first-hand professional research experience, and it has been shown to greatly enhance your degree and subsequent employment prospects. Many placements are in the UK, but our students also take up placements in international locations, including Southeast Asia, South Africa, Germany, Italy, Australia, Madagascar, and the USA.

The Zoology degree also includes ample opportunities for practical field work, enabling you to develop valuable field research techniques. As well taking part in field research projects throughout your time at Cardiff, you can also choose from our specialised, project-based field courses in the UK and further afield.

Distinctive features

  • Enjoy a flexible course structure that enables you to tailor your degree to match your interests and aspirations.
  • Enhance your career prospects and gain professional research experience with a sandwich year placement.
  • Develop your field research skills with one of our popular project-based field courses. Opt for one of our UK-based courses or choose to travel further afield to locations such as Tobago or Borneo.
  • Experience the excitement of learning in active research environment, with teaching staff who are leading researchers in their field.
  • Make use of the latest equipment, techniques and facilities in your project work.
  • The School of Biosciences offers exciting training opportunities with a conservation-focused field centre in Borneo and strong involvement in the University's Sustainable Places Research Institute.

Career prospects 

The students find placements in a range of organisations, including research institutions, museums, field centres, zoos, wildlife trusts and other environmental organisations - recent examples include the Environment Agency, the Royal Botanic Gardens in Kew, the Durrell Wildlife Conservation Trust (Jersey), the European Molecular Biology Laboratory (Hamburg) and the Bimini Shark Lab (Bahamas). Many students choose to undertake placements at universities both inside and outside the UK, including France, Italy, Germany, Malta, Spain, USA, Australia, New Zealand and South Africa.

The Placement Coordinators will help you to choose and arrange a suitable placement, and we make every effort to ensure that your placement offers practical research experience and training that is appropriate to your degree and career aspirations.

Throughout your placement year, you will continue to receive support from us. Your placement year will be assessed and will count towards your final degree. Some placement students receive a salary while on placement and others may receive a stipend; if you do not receive a salary you will usually be eligible to apply for a student loan.

The Zoology degree also includes ample opportunities for practical field work, and students on the second year Ecology and Conservation module can choose from several specialised, project-based courses that run in a variety of locations throughout the world. Our field courses typically include tropical ecology (Borneo, Malaysia), marine ecology (Caribbean and Malaysia), river ecology (Wales) and woodland ecology (Wales). Please note: availability of individual field courses can be affected by travel constraints or staff availability.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

  • Skills for Science
  • Structure and Function of Living Organisms
  • Organisms and Environment
  • The Dynamic Cell
  • Biological Chemistry
  • Genetics and Evolution

Key information

Duration

  • Full-time
    • 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

English
TOEFL admission requirements TOEFL® IBT
90

Credits

480 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

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

English requirements

TOEFL admission requirements TOEFL® IBT
90

Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

  • Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
  • Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
  • Liability
  • Home contents and baggage
  • Accidents
  • Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

A level

AAB-ABB
  • Must include Biology (or Human Biology) or Chemistry. You will need to pass the science practical element of the A-level if this is part of your programme of study.
  • Extended/International Project Qualification: Applicants with grade A in the EPQ/IPQ will typically receive an offer one grade lower than the standard offer. Please note that any subject specific requirements must still be met.
International Baccalaureate
  • 34-32 overall or 666-665 in 3 HL subjects. Must include grade 6 in HL Biology or Chemistry. 
Baccalaureate Wales
  • From September 2023, there will be a new qualification called the Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales (level 3). This qualification will replace the Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (Welsh Baccalaureate). The qualification will continue to be accepted in lieu of one A-Level (at the grades listed above), excluding any specified subjects.

Tuition Fee

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  • International

    28200 GBP/year
    Tuition Fee
    Based on the tuition of 28200 GBP per year during 48 months.
  • National

    9000 GBP/year
    Tuition Fee
    Based on the tuition of 9000 GBP per year during 48 months.
  • Year three (sandwich year): £1,850 for Nationals
  • Year three (sandwich year): £5,640 for Internationals
  • Nationals 2nd, 4th year: £9,250

Living costs for Cardiff

628 - 1066 GBP /month
Living costs

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

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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5000 GBP
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Vice-Chancellor's International Scholarship Undergraduate awards
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Independent provider
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15000 USD
Deadline
31 Aug 2025
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8000 GBP
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Grant
7000 USD
Deadline
31 Aug 2025
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Grant
3000 EUR
Deadline
22 Apr 2025
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1000000 INR
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3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2024
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1652 GBP
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1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2024
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Grant
1000 USD
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500 GBP
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31 Jan 2025
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1000 USD
Deadline
01 Jun 2025
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500 USD
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Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2025
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Deadline
01 Sep 2025
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