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Description
Type
Bachelor's degree
Location
Edinburgh (Scotland)
Duration
4 Years
Description
Course introduction: Animal Biology introduces the diversity of animals, their form and function. You’ll study how animals have evolved and adapted to different environments in terms of their ecology, behaviour and physiology. You’ll learn how this knowledge can be put to use to guide conservation and understand the impacts of pollution and climate change on animals.
Edinburgh and the surrounding countryside is rich in biodiversity and you’ll visit local sites of scientific interest gaining valuable fieldwork experience, as well as going on a residential trips including to the Algarve.
You’ll leave equipped with a range of skills for a career in animal conservation or management, including species identification, field surveying techniques and collection and analysis of biological data or you could continue on to postgrad.
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Edinburgh
(Midlothian/Edinburghshire)
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Craiglockhart Campus, EH14 1DJ
Start date
On request
About this course
Minimum year 1 SQA Higher BBBB including Biology or Human Biology or Chemistry or Physics. Standard Grade 3 or National 5 C in Maths, English, Biology & Chemistry. A Level BCC including Biology or Chemistry or Physics. GCSE grade C in Maths, English, Biology & Chemistry (or Double Award Science at C) Irish Leaving Certificate B1, B2, B2, B2 at Higher Level including Biology or Human Biology or Chemistry or Physics. B2 at Ordinary Level in Maths, English, Biology & Chemistry. BTEC (QCF) Extended Diploma Level 3 Minimum grades DMM (Distinction, Merit, Merit)...
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Subjects
Animal Behaviour
Management
Biology
Ecology
Biodiversity
Animal Biology
Physiology
Project
IT Management
Conservation
Skills and Training
Course programme
You’ll gain a solid foundation in the biological sciences but specialise in the study of the rich diversity of animals, from species on the bottom of the ocean to those in your back garden. You’ll discover how studies in animal behaviour, ecology, physiology and evolution help us to understand animals in their natural environment. You'll explore the main environmental threats faced by animals, how to assess their habitats and appreciate the many ways to enact effective conservation. You’ll get hands-on fieldwork experience, including residential field trips to the Isle of Cumbrae and the Algarve. Your learning is also supported by internationally recognised research and you'll get the opportunity to conduct your own research project, benefitting from the knowledge of our diverse staff and links with external organisations. You'll develop a range of specialist skills relevant to future career paths such as: species identification field surveys in terrestrial, freshwater and marine environments collection and analysis of behavioural data laboratory-based investigations The applied nature of this course develops skills that enhance your employability, including team working, problem solving, research, communication and IT. You’ll also acquire specialist analytical and numerical skills, be able to collect a range of biological data and communicate scientific information effectively. Local industry links help you with gaining work-related experience and project opportunities which will enhance your ability to compete for jobs after graduation. The emphasis on research also equips you with the knowledge and skills to continue on to postgraduate study, including possible PhD study within Edinburgh Napier University. What you study Year 1 Life on Earth Introductory Physiology Molecules and Cells Two Practical Modules One optional module from: Plant Science Concepts in Forensic Biology Year 2 Microbiology Biochemistry Physiology and the Environment Animal Behaviour Practical Module One optional module from: Valuing the Earth Biology of Disease Clinical Care of Exotic Species Microbes and Man Year 3 Scientific Communication: Dissertation and Statistics Freshwater Biology Population and Community Ecology Marine Biology Life of Mammals Applied Terrestrial Ecology Year 4 Biodiversity Pattern & Process Advances in Animal Behaviour Environmental Management Honours project Study modules mentioned above are indicative only. Some changes may occur between now and the time that you study. You can view a list of all current modules in our module catalogue.
Additional information
Graduate opportunities are diverse and you will leave the course prepared for employment in a range of sectors including: species conservation and habitat protection ecology and environmental management field surveying environmental charities consultancies and government agencies You may also continue on to postgraduate study, including MSc courses in Wildlife Biology and Conservation, Conservation and Management of Protected Area, Ecotourism or PhD research.
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