Animal Biology BSc (Hons)

Course content What will you study?

Here is an overview of current modules available on this course. Regular updates may mean that exact module titles may differ.

Year 1 Mandatory

• Animal Diversity
• Cell Biology
• Comparative Animal Physiology
• Introduction to Ecology

Optional

• Introduction to Human Biology and Disease
• Introduction to Biological Chemistry
• Biological Basis of Surveying
• Human Origins

Year 2 Mandatory

• Project and Career Development
• Molecular Geneticsand Conservation

Optional

• Animal Behaviour
• Ecology of Fresh Waters
• Infectious Agentsand Allergens
• Comparative Animal Digestion and Nutrition
• Invertebrate Biology
• Animal Senses and Survival
• Microbiology
• Field Techniques and Identification Skills
• Work Experience

Year 3 Mandatory

• Independent Study Project
• Behavioural Ecology
• Physiological Ecology

Optional

• Mammalian Reproduction
• Animal Movement
• Biological Indicators for Crime Reporting
• Parasitology
• ResidentialInternational Field Trip
• Animal Welfareand Ethics
• Zoo-Based Conservation
• Genomicsand Bioinformatics
• Research Methods and Research Project
• Extension Module
• Work Experience

Student experiences

In the first year the modules allow you to develop a comprehensive understanding of the key elements of animal biology. In Years 2 and 3 the subjects become more specialised and our modular scheme allows you to focus on the aspects of animal life which you find most interesting, ranging from animal behaviour to eco-physiology. A strong practical emphasis runs throughout the course, complementing a traditional approach to learning and giving you the chance to develop the practical skills which could be of great value in later employment.

In your final year you will undertake an Independent Study on a subject of your choice, having been well prepared for this by a Project and Career Development module in Year 2. Past studies have included topics such as a comparison of two methods of DNA extractions from faeces of the Western Lowland Gorilla (Gorilla gorilla spp.gorilla), the effect of raptors on roosting behavior of waders, and the distribution and abundance of snakes in degraded forests in Madagascar.

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