BSc Zoology
Manchester Metropolitan University
About this course
BSc (Hons) Zoology is a biology degree exploring animal behaviour, ecology, evolution, and physiological systems. Core topics include Data Analysis, Laboratory Techniques, Research Methods, Fieldwork, Psychological Assessment, and Ethics & Professional Practice. Students can choose an optional placement year to gain practical experience before graduation. The first year covers fundamental concepts through Cells and Microorganisms, Interactive Learning Skills and Communication, Introduction to Organismal Behaviour, Exploring Biodiversity, and Evolution. The second year progresses to advanced topics via Functions And Mechanisms Of Behaviour, Landscape And Community Ecology, and Professional Skills In Zoology, alongside optional modules such as Applied and Forensic Molecular Biology or Conservation Biology. The final year incorporates independent research through Project and Professional Development, alongside Vertebrate Evolution and Global Change Biology. Optional choices in the final year include Infection, Disease and Bioinformatics and Conservation In The Anthropocene.
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Entry requirements
A level: BCC IB: Pass the IB Diploma with minimum 26 points overall or 104 UCAS Tariff points from three Higher Level subjects, including HL5 in Biology. If you plan to meet the Level 2 course requirements through your IB Diploma you will need to achieve Higher Level 4 or Standard Level 5 in English and Higher Level 4 or Standard Level 4 in Mathematics
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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: 86%
- Learning opportunities: 77%
- Assessment and feedback: 77%
- Academic support: 79%
- Organisation and management: 71%
- Learning resources: 81%
- Student voice: 68%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 20 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 90%
- Left higher education: 10%
What graduates do next
Based on about 68 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Working: 67%
- Working and studying: 10%
- Further study: 11%
- Unemployed: 6%
Most common jobs
- Science, engineering and technology associate professionals: 18%
- Elementary occupations: 17%
- Sales occupations: 10%
- Conservation and environment professionals: 7%
- Business and public service associate professionals: 7%
- Find their work meaningful: 75%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 53%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 46%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 435 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 2%
- North West: 63%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 12%
- East Midlands: 4%
- West Midlands: 5%
- East of England: 3%
- London: 3%
- South East: 3%
- South West: 1%
- Wales: 2%
- Northern Ireland: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 25 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 90%
- Access course: 10%
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).
TEF 2023 (whole university): Gold overall, Gold for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Cells and Microorganisms
- Interactive Learning Skills and Communication
- Introduction to Organismal Behaviour
- Exploring Biodiversity
- Evolution
- Functions And Mechanisms Of Behaviour
- Landscape And Community Ecology
- Professional Skills In Zoology
- Applied and Forensic Molecular Biology
- Conservation Biology
- Project and Professional Development
- Vertebrate Evolution
- Global Change Biology
- Infection, Disease and Bioinformatics
- Conservation In The Anthropocene
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Zoology at Manchester Metropolitan University earn?
The median salary is £24,000 after 15 months, £22,000 after 3 years, £26,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £21,000 and £34,000. The £26,500 median after five years is £2,000 more than the UK median for Zoology.
What do graduates of BSc Zoology at Manchester Metropolitan University do next?
88% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Zoology at Manchester Metropolitan University?
86% 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 Manchester Metropolitan University?
The typical offer is BCC at A level, or 26 points in the IB. The average entrant had 105 UCAS points.
Is BSc Zoology at Manchester Metropolitan 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 at Manchester Metropolitan 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 at Manchester Metropolitan University?
90% of students continued into their second year, and 10% left higher education.