BSc Zoology
About this course
BSc in Zoology, focusing on the scientific study of animal life and physiology. Core topics include Data Analysis, Statistics, Laboratory Techniques, Research Methods, Fieldwork, and Project Management. Students complete an independent research project under academic supervision during the final year, executing the full life cycle from planning to thesis write-up.
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Entry requirements
A level: BBC. Two Mathematics/Science subjects required. IB: 32 points including 5, 5, 5 at HL with two Mathematics/Science subjects required. SL or HL in English and Mathematics are also required. SQA Highers: BBBB. BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma: DMM. Main subjects to be Science or Mathematics. (Note: BTEC Level 3 Extended Certificate (Subsidiary Diploma) achieved at Distinction level, is normally acceptable in lieu of one A Level at grade B). GCSE at Grade C/4 or above is also required in English or English Language, Mathematics and either Chemistry, Physics or Dual Award Science. Irish Leaving Certificate: Five subjects at Higher at H3. Two Mathematics/Science subjects required. O4 in English and Mathematics is also required.
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What students say
Based on about 16 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 92%
- Learning opportunities: 88%
- Assessment and feedback: 82%
- Academic support: 92%
- Organisation and management: 92%
- Learning resources: 94%
- Student voice: 85%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 45 students who started
- Continued on course: 85%
- Left higher education: 15%
What graduates do next
Based on about 17 graduates who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 70%
- Further study: 15%
- Unemployed: 5%
Most common jobs
- Elementary occupations: 20%
- Conservation and environment professionals: 15%
- Natural and social science professionals: 10%
- Administrative occupations: 10%
- Sales occupations: 10%
- Find their work meaningful: 75%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 45%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 45%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 60 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 4%
- East Midlands: 3%
- East of England: 3%
- London: 3%
- South East: 3%
- South West: 3%
- Wales: 2%
- Scotland: 76%
- Northern Ireland: 2%
Who gets in
Based on about 40 students who started
- A levels: 80%
- Other HE qualification: 20%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Accredited by the Royal Society of Biology for the purpose of meeting, in part, the academic and experience requirement of membership and Chartered Biologist (CBiol).
Modules
- Getting Started at the University of Aberdeen
- Frontiers in Biological Sciences
- Diversity of Life 1
- Ecology and Environmental Science
- Diversity of Life 2
- The Cell
- Introduction to Genetics
- Biological Enhanced Skills Training (BEST)
- Ecology
- Comparative Physiology 1
- Coastal Biodiversity (BI25F2)
- Field Biology (BI25F6)
- Marine Field Ecology (BI25F9)
- Field Skills in Ecology and Animal Behaviour (BI25FA)
- Statistical Analysis of Biological Data
- Animal Evolution and Biodiversity
- Gateway to Honours Project
- Comparative Physiology 2
- SBS Honours Project
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Zoology at University of Aberdeen earn?
The median salary is £24,500 after 15 months, £22,500 after 3 years, £28,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £21,500 and £34,500. The £28,500 median after five years is £4,000 more than the UK median for Zoology.
What do graduates of BSc Zoology at University of Aberdeen do next?
80% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Zoology at University of Aberdeen?
92% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Zoology at University of Aberdeen?
The typical offer is BBC at A level, or 32 points in the IB. The average entrant had 163 UCAS points.
Is BSc Zoology at University of Aberdeen accredited?
Yes. Accredited by the Royal Society of Biology for the purpose of meeting, in part, the academic and experience requirement of membership and Chartered Biologist (CBiol).
Does BSc Zoology at University of Aberdeen include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional year abroad.
How many students continue on BSc Zoology at University of Aberdeen?
85% of students continued into their second year, and 15% left higher education.