BSc Zoology With Conservation
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Zoology With Conservation, a zoology degree exploring animal biology, evolutionary processes, and environmental preservation methods. Core topics include Data Analysis, Statistics, Research Methods, Fieldwork, Project Management, Environmental Analysis, Communication & Writing, Critical & Analytical Thinking, and Human Behaviour. Students complete an independent dissertation research project in their final year. The first year builds fundamental knowledge through compulsory modules such as Ecology & Evolution, Environmental Management and Conservation, Organismal Diversity 1, Organismal Diversity 2, Technical Skills for Biological Scientists 1, Practical and Field Skills for Biological Scientists, and Year 1 Tutorials. In the second year, students advance their competencies with modules including Principles of Conservation, Conservation Practice, Technical Skills for Biological Scientists 2, Becoming a Researcher, and Evolutionary Biology, alongside optional modules covering topics like geospatial data skills, primatology, and diverse field courses. The final year focuses on advanced topics and practical application through compulsory modules like UK Wildlife Conservation, Wildlife Ecology and Conservation, Independent Dissertation Research, and Science Communication Skills. Optional modules allow students to specialise in areas such as freshwater ecosystems, molecular ecology, parasitology, taxonomy, and climate change responses.
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Entry requirements
GCSE: grade C/4 in English, Maths and Double Award Science, if not demonstrated by the Level 3 qualification/s. Offers are tariff based, 112 - 136 tariff points from a Level 3 qualification e.g.: A Levels: Including grade C in Biology if studying 1 other science subject (Chemistry, Physics, Maths, Psychology, Environment Science, Geography, Geology); or grade B in Biology if not studying another science subject. General Studies and Key Skills not normally accepted. BTEC National Extended Diploma: DMM - DDD including Merits in 4 Biology modules. Modules accepted: Animal Biology; Animal Anatomy and Physiology; Animal Behaviour and Communication; Animal Breeding and Genetics; Biochemistry and Biochemical Techniques; Biochemistry and Microbiology; Fundamentals of Science; Genetics and Genetic Engineering; Inheritance and Genetic Manipulation; Physiology of Human Body systems; Physiology of Human Regulation and Reproduction; Wildlife Populations, Ecology and Conservation. (Other Biology-related modules considered case by case) Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma in Applied Science**: DMM - DDD City & Guilds Advanced Technical Extended Diploma (1080): DMM - DDD, including 4 Biology modules (Accepted Biology modules include: Animal Behaviour and Communication; Biological Systems of Animals; Wildlife and Ecology Conservation; Inheritance and Genetics; Ecological Concepts and Application; Population Surveys; Ecology and Conservation. Other Biology-related modules considered case by case). International Baccalaureate Diploma: Including H5 in Biology Welsh Baccalaureate: We will accept this qualification in conjunction with other level 3 qualifications Access to HE in Science**: Pass required T-levels: considered on a case-by-case basis Extended Project Qualification: Points can include a relevant Extended Project (EPQ) but must include a minimum 2 full A-levels, or equivalent.
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What students say
Based on about 13 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 90%
- Learning opportunities: 78%
- Assessment and feedback: 81%
- Academic support: 93%
- Organisation and management: 93%
- Learning resources: 83%
- Student voice: 73%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 20 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 100%
What graduates do next
Based on about 10 graduates who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 55%
- Working and studying: 5%
- Further study: 5%
- Unemployed: 10%
Most common jobs
- Animal care and control services: 20%
- Conservation and environment professionals: 20%
- Sales occupations: 20%
- Secretarial and related occupations: 10%
- Skilled trades occupations: 10%
- Find their work meaningful: 85%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 80%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 60%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 145 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 2%
- North West: 23%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 10%
- East Midlands: 6%
- West Midlands: 9%
- East of England: 4%
- London: 6%
- South East: 9%
- South West: 6%
- Wales: 22%
- Scotland: 2%
Who gets in
Based on about 30 students who started
- A levels: 100%
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
- Ecology & Evolution
- Environmental Management and Conservation
- Organismal Diversity 1
- Organismal Diversity 2
- Technical Skills for Biological Scientists 1
- Practical and Field Skills for Biological Scientists
- Year 1 Tutorials
- Tutorials Year 1
- Principles of Conservation
- Conservation Practice
- Technical Skills for Biological Scientists 2
- Becoming a Researcher
- Evolutionary Biology
- Geospatial Data Skills
- Research Experience in Zoology
- Introduction to Primatology
- North Wales Field Course
- Primatology Field Course
- Borneo Tropical Ecology and Herpetology
- Conservation Field Skills in a Re-wilded Landscape
- Tropical Conservation Field Course
- Life in the North: Canadian Field Ecology
- India Field Course
- Florida Field Course 1: Marine, Freshwater and Terrestrial Biodiversity
- Introduction to Herpetology
- Introduction to Ornithology
- Behavioural Ecology
- Comparative Physiology
- Invertebrates
- Ecology: Interactions in the Natural World
- Animal Management
- Florida Field Course 2: Ecology and Conservation of Subtropical Wetlands
- Spain Field Course
- UK Wildlife Conservation
- Wildlife Ecology and Conservation
- Independent Dissertation Research
- Science Communication Skills
- Sgiliau Cyfathrebu Gwyddoniaeth
- Freshwater Ecosystems
- Molecular Ecology and Evolution
- Parasites and Pathogens
- Taxonomy
- Animal Reproductive Strategies
- Human Aspects of Conservation
- Advances in Conservation
- Life in a Changing Climate
- Insect Behaviour and Evolution
- Animal Survival Strategies
- Life in Wetlands
- Pleistocene Mammals
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Zoology With Conservation at Bangor University earn?
The median salary is £27,000 after 15 months, £23,000 after 3 years, £28,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £23,000 and £34,500. The £28,000 median after five years is £3,500 more than the UK median for Zoology.
What do graduates of BSc Zoology With Conservation at Bangor University do next?
65% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Zoology With Conservation at Bangor University?
90% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Zoology With Conservation at Bangor University?
The average entrant had 127 UCAS points.
Is BSc Zoology With Conservation at Bangor University 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 With Conservation at Bangor University include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional placement year and an optional year abroad.
How many students continue on BSc Zoology With Conservation at Bangor University?
100% of students continued into their second year, and 0% left higher education.