Overview

This Zoology with Foundation BSc programme offered by the University of Reading includes a foundation year that leads directly into the three-year BSc Zoology course.

Key facts

The foundation year will provide you with the skills and knowledge to succeed at university. You’ll develop core skills in academic study, writing and research.

Your subject-specific studies will focus on basic principles in:

biology

chemistry

ecology

sustainability

mathematics.

Your learning will be delivered through a combination of lectures, tutorials, practical classes and workshops.

96% of BSc Zoology students said teaching staff are good at explaining things (National Student Survey 2025, 95.5% of responders from BSc Zoology).

Accreditation

This programme has been accredited by the Royal Society of Biology (RSB) following an independent and rigorous assessment.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Building Blocks of Life
Key Skills in Ecology and Zoology
Ecology
Animal Behaviour
Animal Diversity
Current Topics in Zoology and Ecology.

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-22 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-14 00:00:00

Language

English

Duolingo English Test

125

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TOEFL^® IBT

88

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PTE Academic

69

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

480 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Reading, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Zoology View 88 other Bachelors in Zoology 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

Duolingo English Test

125

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TOEFL^® IBT

88

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PTE Academic

69

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Typical offer

BBB - for applicants without Biology and a second science

CCC - for applicants with Biology and a second science

Acceptable science subjects include: Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Further Mathematics, Statistics, Psychology, Geography, Environmental Science/Studies, Applied Science, Geology, Computer Science.

International Baccalaureate

30 - for applicants without higher level Biology and a second science24 - for applicants with Biology and a second science at higher level

BTEC Extended Diploma

DMM

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

30650 GBP / year

≈ 30650 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

9790 GBP / year

≈ 9790 GBP / year

Living costs

Reading

United Kingdom

903 - 1382 GBP / month

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

Funding

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