MSci Zoology
About this course
MSci in Zoology, exploring animal biology from molecular to community levels. Core topics include Data Analysis, Laboratory Techniques, Research Methods, Fieldwork, and Critical & Analytical Thinking. Students can undertake an optional 16-week work placement between stages 2 and 3 and complete a research project.
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Entry requirements
A level: AAB including Biology and at least one from Chemistry (preferred), Geography, Mathematics or Physics + GCSE Chemistry grade C/4 or + GCSE Double Award Science grades CC/4,4 + GCSE Mathematics grade C/4 OR AAB including Double Award Applied Science or Double Award Life & Health Sciences + GCSE Biology and Chemistry grade C/4 or GCSE Double Award Science grades CC/4,4 + GCSE Mathematics grade C/4 OR AAA including Biology + GCSE Chemistry grade C/4 or GCSE Double Award Science grades CC/4,4 + GCSE Mathematics grade C/4. IB: 34 points overall including 6,6,5 at Higher Level including Biology and Chemistry (preferred) or Mathematics or Physics or Geography + GCSE Chemistry grade C/4 or GCSE Double Award Science grades CC/4,4 + GCSE Mathematics grade C/4 OR 36 points overall including 6,6,6 at Higher Level including Biology + GCSE Chemistry grade C/4 or GCSE Double Award Science grades CC/4,4 + GCSE Mathematics grade C/4. If not offered at Higher Level/GCSE, then Standard Level grade 4 in Mathematics and Chemistry would be accepted.
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What students say
Based on about 25 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 93%
- Learning opportunities: 88%
- Assessment and feedback: 81%
- Academic support: 77%
- Organisation and management: 80%
- Learning resources: 89%
- Student voice: 88%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 35 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- Continued on course: 85%
- Left higher education: 15%
What graduates do next
Based on about 11 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 90%
Most common jobs
- Administrative occupations: 15%
- Animal care and control services: 15%
- Managers, directors and senior officials: 10%
- Conservation and environment professionals: 10%
- Skilled trades occupations: 10%
- Find their work meaningful: 90%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 60%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 50%
Who gets in
Based on about 35 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- A levels: 80%
- Access course: 5%
- Other HE qualification: 20%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Recognised by the Royal Society of Biology for the purpose of associate membership.
Modules
- World of Microorganisms
- Biodiversity
- Genetics and the Molecular Toolbox
- Molecular Basis of Life
- Fundamentals of Microbiology
- Environmental Biology
- Invertebrate Biology
- Comparative Animal Physiology
- Vertebrate Biology
- Work Placement
- Cell Biology
- Advanced Cell Biology
- Coastal and Oceanic Biology
- Applied Ecology with Field Course
- Microorganisms in Action
- Applied Genetics
- Forensics and Toxicology
- Molecular Genetics and Bioinformatics 1
- Molecular Genetics and Bioinformatics II
- Scientific Research Skills: From Fieldwork to Reporting
- Diagnostic Microbiology
- Applied Ecology
- Research Project
- Parasitology
- Farm Animal Health and Welfare
- Zoonoses
- Sustainable Oceans
- Immunology and Immunotherapy
- Behavioural Ecology
- Global Change Biology
- Conservation Biology
- Medical Microbiology
- Research Project (MSci)
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of MSci Zoology at Queen's University Belfast earn?
The median salary is £24,000 after 15 months. After fifteen months the middle half of graduates earn between £20,000 and £27,000. The £24,000 median after fifteen months is £1,000 less than the UK median for Zoology.
What do graduates of MSci Zoology at Queen's University Belfast do next?
90% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on MSci Zoology at Queen's University Belfast?
93% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for MSci Zoology at Queen's University Belfast?
The typical offer is AAB at A level, or 34 points in the IB. The average entrant had 138 UCAS points.
Is MSci Zoology at Queen's University Belfast accredited?
Yes. Recognised by the Royal Society of Biology for the purpose of associate membership.
How many students continue on MSci Zoology at Queen's University Belfast?
85% of students continued into their second year, and 15% left higher education.